[Healeys] [OT] Solid Lifters

[Bob Spidell]

Listers,

I've heard/read that solid lifters were always/mostly used in OHV cars 
for performance. Anyone know the theory? Is it just because you can set 
the lash exactly the way you want it, as opposed to 'squishy' hydraulic 
lifters?

Also, it seems like solid roller lifters would be best overall, since 
you can set the lash exactly but, presumably, avoid the potential issues 
with solid lifters (spalled lobes and lifter faces)?

Bob