Hydraulic lifters

[cliokongen]

Any way of testing these to check if they are in proper working order.

Michael

[MAXIBOY]

don't think so mate..if rebuilding i always use new unless i know there history and that of the cam..

[cliokongen]

I see your point - I normally also only use lifters which i know work.
Problem is lifters are so bloody expensive

Anyone got a rule of thump regarding checking lifters for function?

Michael

[stan]

yes, dont use noisey ones

check the centre section moves freely, but not loosely.

If they are jacked, tap them on a bench to pop the centre out. clean them, and pump the oil out.

[cliokongen]

Ok....

All of the center sections move freely inside of the lifter body.

But a few of the center sections are "springy" and the rest are rock hard.... Any reason for this difference?

Put them away for the weekend soaking them in oil.....

Michael

[stan]

the ones which are solid are jacked i.e. full of oil. were they noisey before hand.

if in doubt, fit new ones...

[cliokongen]

Don't know - second hand engine....

Where the best place to get them - ebay?

Michael

[Oszy]

Don't know - second hand engine....

Where the best place to get them - ebay?

Michael

60pound on the e-bay

[cliokongen]

Got a link mate - thats a neat price.....

Michael