i got your fix for cam thrust surface on the front of the block

[Boost231]

well i would like to let everyone know that i have found the one and only true fix for cam thrust surface on the front of the block being worn. we have found a thrust roller bearing that we put into the front of the block by using a c&c program that lets us machine and countersinking it into the block. you can find pictures at my link http://community.webshots.com/user/boost2311 or if you have any questions or would like to send your block to us and have us do this for you give us a call. you can talk to Cliff at Cliffs auto service (520)546-3800 or email him at cliffsauto@directway.com we are located in tucson arizona. I will also be bringing one of our blocks up to vegas for the west coast nationals if anyone would like to see the product up close.

Brent

 

[Boost231]

ttt

ttt

 

[turbosam6]

Maybe I'm just uninformed, but since the cam is held in place by a spring loaded button, I don't see a thrust surface? Do you mean for roller cams? If so, I have a roller in mine with a roller bearing and no machine work to the front of the block, I think its a torrington bearing?

 

[TurboDave]

I must confess, I didn't realize this was a problem

I've got my original block laying out in the garage (130,000+ miles) and there's NO apparent wear on the block's face surface at the front cam bearing area.

The only reason I can see for this happening is a problem with the rear cam plug. Some depth problems or something.

 

[Boost231]

hey

the wear to the front of the block is not as much of a problem with a stock cam but when you start going to aftermarket cams. we have yet to come across a block that hasent had the front all shewed up.

brent

 

[turbosam6]

I guess you should come look at every turbo motor I've ever seen, I've never heard of this before. I am not an engine expert by any means. You didn't mention if this was with roller cams or flat tappets? I don't see anything on a flat tappet riding in that area. Like i said, my roller does, but it has an external roller bearing so as not to wear the block. Not trying to doubt you here, just trying to understand. Its cool you found a fix for this problem that you've apparently seen a lot of.