How necessary is it? At what power level/expected RPM/application would you do this mod?
Reason I ask is I'm starting to lay the groundwork for my next engine build, a 4.25-stroked 440 and I'm 'off' hydraulics from here on out, on anything but stock or very mild builds. That said, on this project I'm planning on just a solid flat-tappet as I will "only" be looking to get in the 525-550hp range. Shouldn't have to go roller or get too too crazy with 500+ cubes?...It will be a street car that, while I like to play and let 'er rip out in 'select areas', isn't going to be seriously raced. A few trips a year maybe down the strip at Famoso for fun with my buddies, but that's it.
Thanks!
Reason I ask is I'm starting to lay the groundwork for my next engine build, a 4.25-stroked 440 and I'm 'off' hydraulics from here on out, on anything but stock or very mild builds. That said, on this project I'm planning on just a solid flat-tappet as I will "only" be looking to get in the 525-550hp range. Shouldn't have to go roller or get too too crazy with 500+ cubes?...It will be a street car that, while I like to play and let 'er rip out in 'select areas', isn't going to be seriously raced. A few trips a year maybe down the strip at Famoso for fun with my buddies, but that's it.
Thanks!