Originally Posted by showkey
So the OP says he rebuilt the engine to new specs.......etc.

I would question the wisdom of re-using a cam and lifters in an otherwise completely reconditioned engine. If it needs all that other stuff, what's to keep the cam and lifters from being worn out- - - -and will they survive another 100K miles until the next rebuild?
Jerry

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