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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: Bane on June 06, 2006, 09:46:17 AM

Title: normal looking cam wear?
Post by: Bane on June 06, 2006, 09:46:17 AM
(http://i2.ebayimg.com/04/i/07/5f/5c/16_1_b.JPG)

just wondering since its a roller, I figured there wouldnt be any wear on it..Have a chance to get it cheap but dont want to buy a worn out from something failing camshaft. btw its a ecam
Title: normal looking cam wear?
Post by: V8Demon on June 06, 2006, 03:29:11 PM
The picture is a little small for me to tell 100%, but I have a few questions....

How many miles are on it?
What kind of rocker arms and ratio were the rocker arms used?
Is it local to you where you could get a micrometer on it?
If not will the current owner do so if you ask?
Title: normal looking cam wear?
Post by: Bane on June 06, 2006, 03:55:37 PM
1. less then 20k
2. no clue
3. no local
4. doubtful

lol, but for cheap I think Ill snag it and have a shop check it out before it goes in.
Title: normal looking cam wear?
Post by: ajt86 on June 06, 2006, 09:19:15 PM
anywhere where you have 2 metals contacting for an extended period of time you will get wear weather its a flat tappet or a roller. the oil helps keep the roller from damaging the cam lobe but it will still wear over time. if its cheap enough get it and mic it:D
Title: normal looking cam wear?
Post by: Bane on June 07, 2006, 12:13:25 PM
well..the stock cam in my car has gone 200k so I think under 20k will be fine, anyway Ill still have a place check it out most likely.