Hi,
Just got a new set of solid tappet screws and locknuts. These are Colony parts,... 9/32" 32 thread.......The locknuts are the split type with the taper on one end...my question is, does the taper go up or down on the screws when installing?
Split locknuts on solid lifters
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Re: Split locknuts on solid lifters
I don't recall but you should be able to look at the lifter body to see if there is a counter bevel .LOL..MW
Re: Split locknuts on solid lifters
Yes, I'm thinking that the taper is there for a reason, but it seems they would anchor better if the flat side of the nut were tight against the lifter body. Just need a sure confirmation because I have them installed taper down and it seems that there is a chamfer on the lifter body, but I'd like to know for sure if I've got it right. Thanks for your reply panacea.