easy way to tell if i got a solid cam or hydraulic?

That depends on the specific Cam that you have.

My engine was built by someone else and they used a Direct connection RV cam (so not very agressive at all) It didn't come with a cam card so i had no idea what the proper settings would be. Currently it has 0.16 on the intake and i think 0.22 on the exhaust if i remember correctly. Best bet would be to see if you can find out exactly what cam is in your engine and then search for the lash settings online.