[Bluedog]

Ernie, so it comes down to the type of cam used with solid lifters and bronze gear combo? As you mentioned a flat tappet cam can accept a steel gear with solid lifters. Is there any other type of cam that works with solid lifters and a steel gear? It seems that a bronze gear on any steel cam will wear the bronze gear down quickly. Not sure why a flat tappet cam would be an exception since all cams are made of steel. Thanks for the education!