lifter install

[YELLOW 94]

When installing new lifters do you let them soke oil.

later
Orlie

 

[zZsKyZz]

:OT:

Your car sounds beautiful [atleast the engine].
Is that on the stock block?!

 

[final5-0]

I don't

Grady

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

I've heard debate on this over the years. I didn't soak mine since they get pumped up by oil when you prime the engine anyway. All I did was give them a nice coating and drop them into the bores.

 

[urban96]

i soaked mine in some 20W oil overnight

 

[SQUEEZE&STROKE]

I soaked mine too, not sure if it even helps, but the peace of mind is enough for me.

 

[YELLOW 94]

:OT:

Your car sounds beautiful [atleast the engine].
Is that on the stock block?!

The block is balanced, probe industries pistons, forged, fly cut for trick flow heads. Other than that yes.


Thanks for the lifter info.


later
Orlie

 

[final5-0]

I suspect some may be attempting to fill the lifter to help with
valve adjustment

Like some said ... you could prime the pump

I just dipped em in a large butter dish filled with oil

As for valve adjustment ........
Whether full or empty ... zero lash is zero lash
or
Preload ... if you prefer

Grady