Lifters?

[Tks89Blaz]

Hey everyone, Im new to the site and have a quick question. I am building the top end of my engine (Cam, intake, head job, throttle body) and i was wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get lifters out i have been struggling with this and just want to know if anyone has any tips?
Thanks Tony

 

[1979jimmy350]

a scribe works well to get them out most of the way if they are really stuck a pair of plyers will do the job

 

[1985_K5_Silverado]

When all else fails.

 

[R77K10]

ive had to use vise grips before, and even then struggled like hell to get them out

they can be a real big PITA sometimes



big time,

do what ya gotta to get them out

dont be easy on them

 

[Tks89Blaz]

Thanks

Thanks for the advice I basically was doing those things. I have had to use a vise grips they are really a PITA and thanks again for your input i appreicate it.

 

[unclematty]

I made a special attachment for my slide hammer, just a hook welded to a nut that threads onto the end of the slide hammer. no more problems they always come right out!