> On an unrelated note, any idea why 1.25 rockers might
> cause increased oil consumption (immediate...not after
> prolonged use).  I have incorporated many of your mods
> into my new engine and am very happy with the outcome
> except for the oil consumption issue.

Don't think of it as a problem, but an opportunity- an opportunity to
change your oil less frequently :-)  but do keep changing the filters at
the usual intervals.  I had an 83 honda accord that i never changed the
oil on in 4 years (45,000 miles or so!) I just added a quart every
fill-up!

matthew