Lifter/camshaft choice

Gerry · 01-13-2010, 07:08 AM

Would like opinions on lifter/camshaft combinations.
Which would provide better longevity, less likely to fail?

Cast iron camshaft/composite type lifter(shuebeck style)
or
Nitrided camshaft/tool steel lifters.

What is the maximum valve spring pressure each of the above
can safely handle.

Lastly, a souce for purchasing?

Your opinions very much appreciated,
Gerry

Jim Kaekel · 01-13-2010, 10:43 AM

Your best bet is talk to a pro about your specific application. I would recommend John Partridge at Bullet Cams. He's been in the business literally forever, used to work at Lunati years ago. Call 662-893-5670

Glenn Hayes · 01-13-2010, 11:47 AM

What Jim said ^^^^^^ x 2.

01-13-2010, 07:08 AM	#1
Gerry Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 9 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Lifter/camshaft choice Would like opinions on lifter/camshaft combinations. Which would provide better longevity, less likely to fail? Cast iron camshaft/composite type lifter(shuebeck style) or Nitrided camshaft/tool steel lifters. What is the maximum valve spring pressure each of the above can safely handle. Lastly, a souce for purchasing? Your opinions very much appreciated, Gerry

01-13-2010, 10:43 AM	#2
Jim Kaekel VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,222 Likes: 134 Liked 498 Times in 104 Posts	Re: Lifter/camshaft choice Your best bet is talk to a pro about your specific application. I would recommend John Partridge at Bullet Cams. He's been in the business literally forever, used to work at Lunati years ago. Call 662-893-5670 __________________ Jim Kaekel 3836 STK

01-13-2010, 11:47 AM	#3
Glenn Hayes Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Weeki Wachee, Florida Posts: 348 Likes: 416 Liked 18 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Lifter/camshaft choice What Jim said ^^^^^^ x 2. __________________ "Real Race Cars Have Tailgates"