lifter bleed-down and RR adjustment?

[5cu11y]

Yea PKWUD the coffee can is the way. I think the reason the soak isn't necessary though is because of the land behind the oiler in the lifter. I guess this way they will prime to depth without having to bleed down first without breaking.

The reason you can't push them down is because they are primed. Thats why if you leave the old lifters in (ouch) the new rockers will only bolt down. Grab some new lifters and toss em in. If you soak/prime them, be sure and check your geometry since you wont be able to measure lifter preload. If you dont soak them, bolt down the rockers to spec while you dial indicator is on the lifter seat. Make sure preload is cool and your set. The coffee can works sweet though.

FYI, check the rocker pedestals for cracks. 10 bucks for two cylinders is worth it.