Excaliper Didn't you have a nasty race motor that had all kinds of issues?
After long conversations with George and Neil you went with a tamer motor that makes almost the same power and is alot more drivable.
There is a big differents between small block/ big block and there always will be. As far as camshafts and solid or hydro, the
oil companies are settling this call.
Roller cams are going to be a thing of the future, either solid or hydro.
The lifter issues has been done over and over again. Hydros are better for normal driving over 100,000 miles. basicly no maintainance to the valve train. No adjustments. Make good power but not every last HP is pulled from this setup. Problem is lifters pumping up and the valves staying open. Solids, high rpm range, no valve float, depending on abuse, once or twice a year maintainance for valve lash. Wakes the motor back up after adjustments. Nice hot
oil for the hands.
. Have a good day and go a little easier on the pineapple juice.
Rick L.