[cocobolo95]

Sounds to me like you tightened the rockers too much. Back off on the adjuster nuts and see if engine cranks faster.

 

[cocobolo95]

Once you get the engine running, the ******* valve adjustment never fails. You idle engine, back rocker nut off until clatter occurs. Tighten nut until clatter stops. Tighten nut 1/8 to 1/4 turn more. That rocker is adjusted. Move to next rocker.

After each rocker adjustment, stop engine and lock the nut in place. Start engine and do the next rocker.

 

[cocobolo95]

Yes, that's why it's so easy to do. No turning engine until cam lobes are in correct position, adjusting a couple then turning engine again.

 

[cocobolo95]

That's why for beginners I recommend the ******* adjustment method, as in post #5. Beginners usually end up compressing the valve lifter while adjusting.