Which lifters?
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Tourer
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From: Ontario
Which lifters?
Hello
Wondering whether to run Solids or hydraulic lifters
Pros and cons to either?
I do have a set of velvatouch lifters and blocks but no pushrods and getting these rods seem to be a headache here in Canada
Set up:
1981 shovelhead FLHT
Andrews A2 cam
Weisco 9.5:1 pistons
Dynatek 2000i ignition
No other work done
Thank you
Wondering whether to run Solids or hydraulic lifters
Pros and cons to either?
I do have a set of velvatouch lifters and blocks but no pushrods and getting these rods seem to be a headache here in Canada
Set up:
1981 shovelhead FLHT
Andrews A2 cam
Weisco 9.5:1 pistons
Dynatek 2000i ignition
No other work done
Thank you
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If you have Velva Touch now, that's what I'd use anyway. I've run them in the past for thousands of miles with large cams and never an issue, and quiet. Why not contact them directly, I'm sure they can get them to you.
https://velvatouchlifters.com/
https://velvatouchlifters.com/
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Unless the cam requires solids, I'd go with hydraulic lifters. Not sure how far apart the engine is, but if you have the rockers covers off, check the the rocker valve tip for wear.
Paul
Paul
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Tourer
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If you have Velva Touch now, that's what I'd use anyway. I've run them in the past for thousands of miles with large cams and never an issue, and quiet. Why not contact them directly, I'm sure they can get them to you.
https://velvatouchlifters.com/
https://velvatouchlifters.com/
I've tried contacting them.
By email, by phone for days now. No luck
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Here's the thing, you need pushrods that are the right length. Originally VT lifters were owned and designed by Vern Ott of Marion Ohio. His company was VMO Velva Touch. After that they were sold to David Bassford and BMO Velva Touch was formed. Also these were sold through Comp Cams under the V Thunder name for a few years. You might reach out to Comp Cams (V Thunder) and see if they have any pushrods that will work for your needs.
Vern Ott passed away in 2016.
https://www.compcams.com/products/vthunder.html
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I have run both hydro and solid in my Shovel, it felt nicer with the hydro's but one of the hydro units crapped itself after 1,000 miles, so I put solids back in (I run an Andrews A2) and it will likely stay that way forever now.
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I'll face this situation soon, but I've also run both in the past. The shovel I'm building now has solids and I may give them a chance initially. The hydraulic lifters are quieter after the engine warms up and the cylinder expand, which is something I prefer.
I'd consider the S&S setup that allows the use of EVO style lifters and cams, but it's really expensive. And, you have to use their two piece rocker boxes which I don't really want to do. I'd like to keep the original look as much as possible.
Paul
I'd consider the S&S setup that allows the use of EVO style lifters and cams, but it's really expensive. And, you have to use their two piece rocker boxes which I don't really want to do. I'd like to keep the original look as much as possible.
Paul
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Jim's USA #2428 is also an option, but also an expensive option.
https://www.jimsusa.com/wp-content/u...09/2428-IS.pdf
https://www.jimsusa.com/wp-content/u...09/2428-IS.pdf
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That's unfortunate. The last time I spoke with David was probably six years ago regarding info on a Power House 114 crank.
Here's the thing, you need pushrods that are the right length. Originally VT lifters were owned and designed by Vern Ott of Marion Ohio. His company was VMO Velva Touch. After that they were sold to David Bassford and BMO Velva Touch was formed. Also these were sold through Comp Cams under the V Thunder name for a few years. You might reach out to Comp Cams (V Thunder) and see if they have any pushrods that will work for your needs.
Vern Ott passed away in 2016.
https://www.compcams.com/products/vthunder.html
Here's the thing, you need pushrods that are the right length. Originally VT lifters were owned and designed by Vern Ott of Marion Ohio. His company was VMO Velva Touch. After that they were sold to David Bassford and BMO Velva Touch was formed. Also these were sold through Comp Cams under the V Thunder name for a few years. You might reach out to Comp Cams (V Thunder) and see if they have any pushrods that will work for your needs.
Vern Ott passed away in 2016.
https://www.compcams.com/products/vthunder.html
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