I was wondering about the different manufacturers quality for lifters and rocker arms?, such as Woods, S&S, or Screamin Eagle.
Screamin eagle seems to be double the price of the others, is the quality that much better?.
When would it be necessary to change these out?, is this something to consider for a 107" big bore kit?

 

I would not go to SE for lifters. Comp's are better. S&S is good stuff too.

 

I used comp cams LS lifters from Jegs, made in USA, I think they were $70 for 4.
Work good. 2012 96 ci

 

We set our clients up with S&S valvetrain components, and have for years now.
Scott

 

S&S here too,quality cant be beat

 

The fact that you rarely see any posts questioning the quality of S&S components should be reason enough.They've been "doing this" for quite awhile.........

 

I agree with the others. The current S/E's are junk. You can always rely on S&S and a few other quality suppliers.

HD lifters are maintenance items. They generally need replacement if you have 30K or more miles, or when they start to get noisy. The current C lifters have problems and should be replaced anytime you're in the cam chest or changing cams.

If you're going to 107 I'd definitely replace the lifters.

 

Small block chevy LS lifters are great for a little better than stock replacement. S&S, Woods, and Gaterman all make awesome lifters. Open your wallet though.

 

Don't forget AMS SE (Johnson Hylift) and GMR. Both great lifters and a bit less expensive than some.

 

The newer se lifters have larger needle bearings. Much better than prior design. Still pricey though...