Few engines these days have lifters, most are over head cam. Those engines that do have lifters employ roller lifters.
It has always been taught that the first 1/2 hour of break-in was the most critical time for a flat tappet camshaft. Older engines were broken in when motor oil contained a higher level of ZDDP.
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