Doug, thanks for the input. I agree with a number of your points. I was hoping I could replace just the exhaust valves, and makes sense to toss the springs. I had planned on upgrading the rocker arms to something with a roller tip and possible a bearing falcrum and makes sense to go with a 7/16 bolt. I'm surprised they machined the spring seats and didn't put in rocker arm studs.
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