What methods should I use to Adjust for Proper Hydraulic Lifter Preload?

There are several different methods for increasing or decreasing the amount of lifter preload, depending on valve train design and how the rocker arm is held onto the cylinder head. Keep in mind that the automotive manufacturers have made changes to the valve train over the years. What may work on one year's engine may not work for another, even though they are basically the same engine. There is one method that universally works on all these engines, change the pushrod length! Use a longer pushrod to increase preload, a shorter to reduce preload. Crane offers various length pushrods and offers custom length pushrods also.