How to Install the LS Lifter Oil Hole in the Correct Direction. The LS lifter oil hole installation process can vary depending on the specific engine and lifter design, but here is a general outline of the steps: Remove the lifters from the engine block. This may require removing the cylinder heads or other components depending on the engine.. The standard method is to place them facing the valley (center of the motor). Gen 1s are placed that way to make sure the links do not touch the lifter boss or other areas facing toward the heads. Also, Gen1 lifters can of course be changed without removing the head. But these motors require head and lifter tray removal.
he video discusses the process of replacing lifter trays in an engine as a precautionary measure to prevent breakage and ensure proper functioning. The lifte.. I noticed that all but one of my lifters on the passenger side of my motor had the oil hole facing the bottom side of the car.. Does it matter what direction the hole is facing? PBM06 M6 Tyrannosaurus Deathshark cam: 239/247 .624.624 114, LandSpeed Development 243s, LTs, 11.4:1 CR, ported intake/TB, Vararam, 72lb injectors, LPE fuel pump.