Solid Pivot Lifter VS hydraulic Lifters

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Solid Pivot Lifter VS hydraulic Lifters

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is it worth the conversion?
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Re: Solid Pivot Lifter VS hydraulic Lifters

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I would over bore first , or take the better route and fit a VE head
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Only difference is that it's noisier but more relaible.

Another issue to consider it's it's harsher on the rockers which already have a history of failing.
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