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Understanding Lifters – Part 2

Now that Steve has identified the different types of lifters you can choose from, he goes into the materials these lifters feature and why certain ones are better for certain applications.

Understanding Lifters – Part 1

In this episode of Steve Tech, Steve Morris explains the different types of lifters available for engine builds today and the pros and cons for each style, in his opinion.

Elgin OE Lifter and Guide Assemblies for LS Engines with Active Fuel Management

Elgin’s pre-assembled sets feature the same parts offered by GM, including two each of the AFM-equipped engine’s front and rear guides and lifters. All parts are marked for fast, easy installation.

BLE Products Solid Lifters for Lamborghini & Audi

The BLE Products M2S2 Lifters are designed to replace the “mini” hydraulic Stationary Lash Adjusters (SLA) found in many of today’s late-model DOHC engines.

What to Consider for Valvetrain Selection

Valvetrain components all work in conjunction to allow air or the air/fuel mixture in and exhaust gases out of the engine, and the selection process for the proper parts can be complex.

Goodson Bucket Lifter Grinder

The complete Bucket Lifter Grinder Assembly includes an air driver, CBN cutter, micrometer feed body, dial indicator and indicator base.

Melling Tech Tips for GM LS Lifter Issues

If you are working on a GM LS engine, watch this tech tip video featuring Melling’s tech director Cale Risinger talking about Melling JB-7011 lifters.

Engine Parts: Lifters, Pushrods and Valve Springs

The valvetrain is one of the most critical components in any engine build, be it stock or performance. The lifters, pushrods, rockers and springs must all be strong and stiff enough to handle the loads and RPMs the engine will encounter, and they have to be durable enough to go the distance.

Engine Pro Performance Roller Valve Lifters

Engine Pro has introduced a new line of U.S.A. made performance roller valve lifters that incorporate the most advanced alloys and technical features available. These lifters are available in both performance hydraulic and solid applications.

HyLift Johnson Lifters GM A-2148 Lifters

HyLift Johnson Lifters’ new GM A-2148 lifters for Small Block LS engines are OEM designed with forged steel bodies and an increased bearing area.

Blake’s Remanufacturing’s 40-Year History and Future

In today’s volatile business environment, many companies don’t last long enough to see many milestone anniversaries, let alone make it long enough to see the third generation of leadership. However, despite the odds of the business world being against them, Blake’s Remanufacturing in Denver reached its 40th anniversary milestone in 2013. The company remanufactures crankshafts,