Question on Lifters
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Question on Lifters
Alright, I finally picked up a L98 to build to replace my current L98. Since I'm going with a Lt4 hot cam kit, is it worth while to spend the extra money and get new lifters too? The lifters in there now look good but I don't know if I should replace them anyway.
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Yea, like ede said, a visual inspection. I usually suggest that and rolling the roller on your finger or something to make sure it spins freely as well. If it passes both of those, it's good to go.
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Inspect the old roller cam too. if any of the lobes show wear the lifter may be pooched too.
Other than that you should be able to reuse them.
You could even dissassemble them yourself and clean out any sludge, dirt or varnish buildup inside.
Just be sure not to mix up the parts.
Other than that you should be able to reuse them.
You could even dissassemble them yourself and clean out any sludge, dirt or varnish buildup inside.
Just be sure not to mix up the parts.
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