Lifters losing pressure.

No he didn’t. I was just referencing my way of knowing how to determine if a lifter is shitty or not.
Well, I am in complete agreement most hydraulic lifters today SUCK. ESPECIALLY those included in kits and cheaper ones. That's why, when I look for engine parts, I hawk ebay for NOS stuff in old yellowed out boxes. You know you're at least getting something made in USA.