Up front, sorry I could not find a definative answer with the search. What I did find is that Johnson makes lifters for several brands, including Ultima. Theirs are much less money that Jims. Reliable product?

 

I've used ultima lifters several times with one going bad after 17,000 miles.

 

i will tell you, im not a fan of ultima lifters, i purchased a set and the quality was a bit to be desired, vthunder for 140 bux, has a massive axle, and very nice fit, seemed like the rite price for me.

 

I've been running the Ultima's for about 6 months with no probs. Here's a pic of the Ultima (top) and Johnson Big Axles. Look pretty much the same to me.

 

It's a judgement call. I've used Vthunder with no problem as well...

 

V-Thunders with no problem, but they will be replaced soon during a cam swap with S&S. Why?, upon good authority from an ex S&S rep they have a better race and roller setutp. With an average engine the V-Thunders or HD "B's should be just fine. With my high lift cam I just chose to buy the "better lifter".

Johnson has come out with a newer forged lifter that is supposed to be a trick ticket. Lowriderglen would have the latest info on that setup.