New tappets, new pushrods?

For everything to do with Dolomites, Toledos, FWD cars and Dolomite-based kitcars.
Post Reply
Message
Author
Boost All The Dollys
Guest contributor
Guest contributor
Posts: 402
Joined: Fri Sep 11, 2015 12:02 pm

New tappets, new pushrods?

#1 Post by Boost All The Dollys »

I'll be replacing the cam in LEC, and it'll need new tappets, and is it advisable to replace the push rods as well?
So many ideas... So little budget... So little time.
Top
Carledo
TDC Shropshire Area Organiser
Posts: 7250
Joined: Sun Aug 21, 2011 5:12 pm
Location: Highley, Shropshire

Re: New tappets, new pushrods?

#2 Post by Carledo »

The ONLY time I ever replace pushrods is if they are physically bent! I wouldn't dream of replacing a cam without swapping out the followers too, but replacing the pushrods wouldn't even show on my radar.

Steve
'73 2 door Toledo with Vauxhall Carlton 2.0 8v engine (The Carledo)
'78 Sprint Auto with Vauxhall Omega 2.2 16v engine (The Dolomega)
'72 Triumph 1500FWD in Slate Grey, Now with RWD and Carledo powertrain!

Maverick Triumph, Servicing, Repairs, Electrical, Recomissioning, MOT prep, Trackerjack brake fitting service.
Apprentice served Triumph Specialist for 50 years. PM for more info or quotes.
Top
Boost All The Dollys
Guest contributor
Guest contributor
Posts: 402
Joined: Fri Sep 11, 2015 12:02 pm

Re: New tappets, new pushrods?

#3 Post by Boost All The Dollys »

Carledo wrote:The ONLY time I ever replace pushrods is if they are physically bent! I wouldn't dream of replacing a cam without swapping out the followers too, but replacing the pushrods wouldn't even show on my radar.

Steve
Cheers Steve, I know about replacing tappets for a new can, I just heard that tappets have unique wear patterns on the push rods so would I replace the push rods, either way, thanks Steve
So many ideas... So little budget... So little time.
Top
Post Reply

Return to “Dolomite-related [Start here!]”