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Originally Posted by Kahuna

Ok, before I go any further, I should say that if and when I do another flathead engine, I would NOT use adjustable lifters. I just don't really trust them, especially in an engine that I've invested a large amount of time and money in.
Fourdy
Lash caps are items in varying thicknesses (like .060", .090", etc. they do not screw on, but rather are a very tight fit to the valve stem. They are hardened steel. They are used regularly in high-performance engines. They are available from places like Jeg's, Speedway, Summit, etc.
In my opinion, they are a helpful item, but are just another bandaid.
Jim

Showing my inexperience here, but can an extended length chevy valve be used with lash caps to gain length to use original lifters on a re-ground cam? Is it possible to grind the valve stem with blacksmith shop tools (grinding wheel) to the correct length because the lash caps provide the corrrect end? Or is ther a better way to use non-adjustable lifters with a re-grind?