while theRodeo's 3.1L is still apart, i've swapped in some 1.6:1 roller rockers. the distributor is not installed yet. but i did match mark it so i can install it to its original position. my questions on adjusting the valve lash during install of the new roller rockers:
1. should the distributor be installed prior to turning the crank during the valve lash adjustment process? (so that i don't lose my orientation of the distributor).
2. The install directions from Comp Cams tell how to position the engine so that it is at the correct rotation for adjustment of the intake/exhaust valve. but from reading other posts on the forum, it seemed that the rotation/position of the motor doesn't matter(unless i misunderstood....quite likely).
3. 4 of the 12 balls/spacers that came in the package will not fit onto the studs. so, is it ok to use 4 of the oem balls that i removed?

thanks once again for the continueing help and advice.

rb