Serious 340 build into 361 HiRPM Screamer

I had this engine come in for a refresh and just happened to notice these axles had partially slid out and were almost making contact with the lifter bores. Imagine the carnage this would have caused. These are short travel Hyd lifters that had .003-.004 preload. First time I see this--it's usually not this subtle. I don't trust 'em . J.Rob

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That right there is why I am going to remove the Comp Retro Hyd rollers out of my 340 this winter. Just praying that they last that long.
Wish me luck.