The joys of adjustable lifters

[Tony Wheeler]

Originally Posted by Lynn Eades

T.W. The logic behind going to adjustables was so that:
1. I could make a fine adjustment at any time in the future.
2. Because I don't have "friends with the gear" I have saved myself a small fortune in labour by doing as much as I can myself.

Yes, I'm starting to see the attraction Lynn. It occurred to me that curiosity alone might drive me to check valve clearances after running in, which is reason in itself to install adjustable lifters. But not if they're a nightmare to adjust. Just reading that first post of yours gave me nightmares!

I was very sorry to hear about your cracked blocks. It's quite common I'm led to believe, so I'm fully expecting same thing. Interesting comment from Mike D: "I am now collecting parts for my next race engine which will be a 284 cu. in. naturally aspirated unit. I will be using a 99 series block which is the same as my last two engines. They may not be as thick as some of the later blocks but are not as susceptible to cracking either."

Originally Posted by Lynn Eades

Nice lifters. M.D. doesn't mention them on his site. (no longer available?)

They are indeed nice lifters. I could talk myself into a set of those if they're still available. I do notice however that Mike D prefers stock lifters in his race motors: "Valve train components will consist of NOS Ford lifters, overlength Manley race flow 1.72" and 1.5" valves and Isky dual valve springs."