I think its really a crapshoot, I like to find vintage cams with gentle lobes that were known to work.

Most will say normal edm lifters is your best bet, I rather think some might step up to a better cam like a hydro roller for the street.

Nothing like skidding metal off of metal and expecting good results every time, not.



Originally Posted By 2boltmain
I have a question that is related. Its 2019- How does one get a hyd flat tappet system to last like in the 70s and 80s? I know about correct oil but should I buy Tool Steel lifters? Regular lifters but with the EDM oiling hole? Many knowledgeable people running all makes have flattened a lobe in recent times.