Lifter question

Old Mar 11, 2026 | 12:12 PM
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Lifter question

Got my small block 455 back from the shop..30 over pistons, 10 over crank and re-ground cam. Now I'm shopping for flat top lifters. I've read here and elsewhere that they must be USA made. I found a set on ebay that are that..made by SBI and a good price as well at 120 bucks. Would these be a good choice for me? My build is just boring ol stock, nothing performance.
Old Mar 12, 2026 | 06:08 PM
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I use a lot of SBI's valve train parts. They have always been very high quality.

But . . . . what manufacturers camshaft are you using ?? If possible I prefer to use the same manufacturer lifter as the camshaft and follow the cam manufacturers startup procedures.
Old Mar 12, 2026 | 08:09 PM
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Great. Thanks for the info. The cam is original and reground.
Old Mar 13, 2026 | 04:48 AM
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Old Mar 13, 2026 | 06:26 AM
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I would...if I could afford them.
Old Mar 13, 2026 | 08:17 AM
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Find someone who can re-surface the lifters.
Old Mar 13, 2026 | 08:25 AM
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Thanks. I'll look into that.
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