360LA hyd. lifter noise help!

i need to buy a used set of stock valve covers so i can cut the top off. That way oil dosn't go everywhere when i run it....when checking the valves.

the noise seems to be equal on both sides of the engine and not just a few valves.

Hmmmmmm, sounds like improper length pushrods or an oiling issue possibly. Definetely check the valve events and oiling and see what is happening and report back...