One end of the hydraulic will have a dished plunger held in with wire
retainer. I imagine Patrick already suggested you buy lifters also. It's
generally recommended to replace both even if one or the other appears to be
in good shape. As I understand it using used lifters or used cam can
jeopardize the longevity of the other.
Grant 50 3100
Antonio R. Tijerino wrote:
> Hydraulic Vs. Solid.
>
> Pardon my ignorance, but how do I recognize a solid vs a hydraulic
> lifter. I am in the process off rebuilding my engine, I am an amateur. I
> am taking the engine apart and took the push rods and the lifters out,
> the lifters have like a cup shape at the top where the push rods
> contacts the lifter. I will be installing a Patrick's cam and when I
> called them they asked me if the lifters are solid vs hydraulic. I would
> like to keep the original lifter and push rods. I had my father measure
> them and they don't have much wear, he is a retired machinist and has
> the right tools and skills to make the measurements. Can anyone guide me
> to recognize the lifter to be able to order the right cam.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Antonio,
>
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