HL, yea been there on keeping them matched on used and using all new with proper breakin. However in this case the repair is within the truck, lifters were given to me in a pile. If the engine needs to come out, it will not go back in, I have a complete good running 1949 216 that could be used or go small block and a np420 or auto. I realize pedal mods would be necessary if v8. I fabricate.
I did inspect the existing hydraulic cam and all lobes are present. I will use temp dowels to reset 261 head with the help of my 2 point lift arms. I backed off the 2 collapsed lifters on the rockers and will slowly tighten the rocker assembly down with its existing settings for startup. I soaked the lifters all nite in oil.
I am using a Felpro fabric head gasket but will use some indian head around the pushrod holes. I am not sure if any head bolts are into the water jacket -- looks like not -- but I will lightly indian head the threads on the 4 corners. All are cleaned but will lightly use some trans fluid on all others. 3 rounds of torqueing to 95ft lbs in proper order.
I do have one long head bolt off the 261 that has the oiling hole for a 58 up. The 261 block is a 1954 and should not be needed. Let me know if any one wants that long head bolt for use or collection. Not a for sale --just shipping or not. Will see if more than one.
Ed, will heed your advice. Thanks 2many and Just and all.
Please let me know if other head bolts need sealer.
