Gaterman Lifters
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2008
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From: Ashland Ohio
07roadhawg is 100% correct. The lifters are not what determines if one can re use pushrods... it is the cam profiles. What cam set are you thinking of using and someone can look up if the base circle is stock.
I have used numerous sets of Woods lifters. On my own bikes, it always seems to end up with one lifter that does not pump up correctly.
Lately, in customer bikes... I have been using the Gatermans with great success. No more Woods lifters for me.
I have used numerous sets of Woods lifters. On my own bikes, it always seems to end up with one lifter that does not pump up correctly.
Lately, in customer bikes... I have been using the Gatermans with great success. No more Woods lifters for me.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 1,465
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From: Nor Cal
This guy selling some. He's running a ad in parts for sale. I don't how to post a link to the ad.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 362
Likes: 11
From: Lost in the Ozone
This guy selling some. He's running a ad in parts for sale. I don't how to post a link to the ad.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
I exchanged an email with him & he has them for sale. Gaterman only sells through dealers now according to his sales rep. I found his info on their web site & he was very informative. gave me the name of a well respected local speed / machine shop that does NOT advertise because they (2 man shop) are busy enough & operate with no sign in a rural neighborhood. I'll just buy there & pay the state sales tax.
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Joined: Sep 2008
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From: San Diego, CA
This guy selling some. He's running a ad in parts for sale. I don't how to post a link to the ad.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/membe...pendent_1.html
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Joined: Nov 2010
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From: Oxford, Nc
Have you noticed the similarities between lifter threads and oil threads? I look at both with a skeptical eye unless someone can show me specifically what makes their lifter ( or oil,) emperically superior to the competition.
Gaterman, Woods, Black Ops, Comp Cams 850-1 ( Chevy Lifter (actually a Corvette lifter,)) etc as though one is actually superior to another. How so? Different internal bore? Greater reach? Superior valving? Faster "pump up"? Slower bleed down?
I ran Black Ops for 50,000 miles ( my chosen swap out schedule,) and then ran Comp Cams 850-1 Corvette Lifters. The difference? About $140. Comp Cams work just as well as Black Ops in my bike at $11 a piece. ( 95" Stage II, Andrews 26 cam with Andrews/S&S gear drives.)
My point is that just like oil threads, we're hoping to find a product that cures an ill ( like rattling,) that actually has little to do with our choice of lifters.....but we just keep on trying anyway!
Gaterman, Woods, Black Ops, Comp Cams 850-1 ( Chevy Lifter (actually a Corvette lifter,)) etc as though one is actually superior to another. How so? Different internal bore? Greater reach? Superior valving? Faster "pump up"? Slower bleed down?
I ran Black Ops for 50,000 miles ( my chosen swap out schedule,) and then ran Comp Cams 850-1 Corvette Lifters. The difference? About $140. Comp Cams work just as well as Black Ops in my bike at $11 a piece. ( 95" Stage II, Andrews 26 cam with Andrews/S&S gear drives.)
My point is that just like oil threads, we're hoping to find a product that cures an ill ( like rattling,) that actually has little to do with our choice of lifters.....but we just keep on trying anyway!
Last edited by Stiggy; Oct 12, 2013 at 04:21 AM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 1,566
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From: Londonderry, NH
So guys,
I see Gaterman Lifters pops up on a number of threads when doing a search, but I didn't see much on reviews of them. The look like a good product but some feedback would be good to hear.
If you've used them or are using them, what is your impression? Description of build would be good too including type of cam and head work (valve springs or seat force).
I see Gaterman Lifters pops up on a number of threads when doing a search, but I didn't see much on reviews of them. The look like a good product but some feedback would be good to hear.
If you've used them or are using them, what is your impression? Description of build would be good too including type of cam and head work (valve springs or seat force).
I can send a link via private message if anyone needs a source or some technical background. I'm reluctant to post it here as I'm not sure if the forum rules will allow it.
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Gatermans and woods both are made specifically for Harley engines. I tried the cheap stuff to no avail. I refuse to buy anything that has 'woods' on it to make something quieter. Everything woods sells seems to be inherently noisy. As someone else mentioned, there is another 'Internet destination' that can explain lifter operation as a science, and the Gatermans are at the top of their list for quality lifters.
All I can say is that after 2 sets of lifters in 8k miles, the Gatermans worked well for me.
All I can say is that after 2 sets of lifters in 8k miles, the Gatermans worked well for me.
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 432
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From: Savage
I have over 6000 miles on my Gatermans and couldn't be happier. They are quiet on startup and during the hottest days. My only complaint is that they take 30 minutes to bleed down during a pushrod adjustment. Oh, that's not a bad thing. Nevermind.