A Lifter Difference

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A Lifter Difference

Post by J1MGOLDEN » Sun Aug 18, 2024 9:10 am

Were some lifters made with a dip on top that makes it more difficult to set the valve clearance?
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Jack Putnam, in Ohio
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Re: A Lifter Difference

Post by Jack Putnam, in Ohio » Sun Aug 18, 2024 9:34 am

Lifters with the dip on top are candidates for the million mile club. That dip is wear. Beaten down by the valve stem. They need replaced.
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Re: A Lifter Difference

Post by J1MGOLDEN » Sun Aug 18, 2024 6:56 pm

Thank you!
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Re: A Lifter Difference

Post by Allan » Sun Aug 18, 2024 8:04 pm

They need replacing.

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