Subscribe to watch Mike finish this engine build and re-install it into his 1969 Pontiac GTO Restomod, in his home garage! “How to install Hydraulic Lifters” and “How to properly set valve lash”, is Part 14b of this Pontiac 400/455 rebuild, but can be applied to all motor types. This is a very thorough description of what to do, how to do it, and what to watch out for. Mike is in the middle of rebuilding his Pontiac 400, which is now a Butler Performance 467, because a Roller Lifter Broke! (see link below). Enjoy!
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Here’s the link to the new Lifters I’m using, from Butler Performance; https://butlerperformance.com/i-30745670-johnson-high-performance-hydraulic-roller-lifter-set-jli-2112op-16.html?ref=search:https%3A%2F%2Fbutlerperformance.com%2Fsearch.html%3Fq%3Dlifters
Here’s the original Hydraulic Roller Lifter Fail Inspection, and process:
https://youtu.be/y_iPx4CiMTg
Here’s the Official Part 1, where Mike starts the preparation of Engine removal
https://youtu.be/VWt2QxXOgOE
Enjoy, and ask questions by leaving a comment below… See you on the other side!
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Mike what rocker arm ratio are you using ? Thanks
What camshaft did you end up using and HEI system? Thanks
So do you run the oil pump some, with them all loose so it can load or fill the lifter up with oil first before setting?
There is always the oil drain back – bleed off issue that needs to be addressed and monitored in this procedure.
I am aware of it yet other might overlook that imperative steps.
Hi Mike, Can you tell me how much piston to valve clearance is allowed on a 400 with .462/.470 Cam lift? Should I be concerned about clearances? Comp Cams says .100 and no less than .080. Measured with heads installed? Possible?
Spin the push rod till you feel the drag increase, not till it stops. That should remove the play. Then adjust lash.