making "checking" lifters

Hi, Arlie

I'd say this is pretty much common sense, and it might depend on the brand of lifter / type of construction. I've got one old hydraulic (flat tappet) that I just took all the guts out of, and the original top piece which the pushrod fits into sits down in on a shoulder. Easy.

I'd just tear one apart and see what you find.

Also, I have a summit dial indicator kit if you want to borrow it, be happy to help you