1969 Ford Mustang hyraulic lifter

1969 FORD MUSTANG
150,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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I have an exhaust lifter that has worn on the bottom side to the shape of the cam lobe. All lifters were replaced new about 200 miles ago. I have not pulled the cam, but it doesn't feel worn. Heads have also been reworked about 200 miles ago. Should I pull the cam and head for inspection or just replace lifters?

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rcroft
Sep 11, 2009 at 6:41 PM
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PEAR69
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If the lifters are new and they are worn to the shape of the cam lobe -- with 200 miles on them -- then you probably have an oilling issue. Wear that soon is not good...I suggest removing the cam - inspect cam bearings for oil starvation. Replace with a hydraulic ROLLER cam and lifter set.
Sep 11, 2009 at 6:47 PM
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