Help quiet a clattering valvetrain with the MELLING valve lifter JB-900, a stock-replacement hydraulic lifter that rides on the camshaft lobe and transfers its motion up through the valvetrain. It drops in across a wide range of classic Ford and International engines, including the 1975-1997 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 7.5L, the 1965-1996 Ford F-250 3.9L / 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 7.5L and the 1964-1973 Ford Mustang 3.8L / 4.2L / 4.3L / 4.7L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 7.0L, with many more applications listed in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
This is a standard-replacement grade lifter sold individually (minimum order quantity 1). The number of lifters an engine needs varies by application — some use 12 and others use 16 — so order the quantity your engine requires. Country of origin: Mexico.
Is the Melling JB-900 a hydraulic lifter?
Yes. It is a stock-replacement hydraulic flat (non-roller) lifter made of steel, using engine oil pressure to take up valve lash for quieter valvetrain operation.
Will the JB-900 work as a Ford F-150 valve lifter on a 1975-1997 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 7.5L?
Yes. This engine valve lifter is listed for the 1975-1997 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 7.5L among many Ford and International applications. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact year and engine.
How many JB-900 lifters do I need?
It varies by application—some engines use 12 and others use 16. The lifter is sold individually, so order the quantity your specific application requires.
What are the signs a valve lifter may need replacing?
A persistent ticking or tapping from the valvetrain, especially at idle, can indicate a worn or noisy lifter. Diagnose the cause before replacing, as noise can have other sources.
What are the JB-900's dimensions?
It measures 2.000 in (50.80 mm) in length with a maximum outside diameter of 0.874 in (22.0 mm). Country of origin: Mexico.
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