Re: Anyone built a '47-54 engine lately?

Posted by Rusty O\'Toole On 2013/12/21 8:43:34

I seem to recall that when installing new hydraulic lifters you were supposed to soak them in oil overnight, or put them in a container of oil and heat it on the stove for a few hours. This was supposed to fill them with oil and they would start working right away.

Might be worth trying next time.