[Jac Mac]

Originally Posted by andronikos916

Yes that RTV silicone was super strong! I used a very sharp and thin blade and cut it. Then was easy. Had to remove the distributor out also.

Ok here are the pics. I will upload entire video tomorrow but I think the pics showing the damage:













Best - Andronikos,

Not sure that anyone has picked this yet, but it would appear that this whole problem has started from using the Ford Roller Cam lifter components in what is a non roller cam block, you should use roller lifters with a link bar setup similar to normal mechanical roller lifters in the type of cyl block used here, the whole valve train assy needs to be re-evaluated for this motor, includeing any valve piston contact issues along with what appears to be retainer/rocker contact