Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

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Re: Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

13 Aug 2016 19:57
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The seller was hoping the buyer would use them at least until the time ran out. The measurements are off too. Tells me they are worn out as well.
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Re: Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

13 Aug 2016 22:21
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Yes, I'm kidding. As far as I know, the only way to correct pitting on cam lobe is to hard weld and regrind. Hardly worth the expense in this case.
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Re: Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

13 Aug 2016 22:58 - 13 Aug 2016 23:00
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TexasKZ wrote: Yes, I'm kidding. As far as I know, the only way to correct pitting on cam lobe is to hard weld and regrind. Hardly worth the expense in this case.

Yes indeed - cams and pistons aren't usually worth spit if they are used. I wouldn't suggest paying more than 5% of new price on any used cams or pistons without seeing them in person first......

Carbs are nearly as bad - buying used you should at least half expect them to be junk.

And all used brake master cylinders over 10 years old = scrap bin filler material.
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Re: Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

13 Aug 2016 23:52
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Kray-Z wrote:
TexasKZ wrote: Yes, I'm kidding. As far as I know, the only way to correct pitting on cam lobe is to hard weld and regrind. Hardly worth the expense in this case.

Yes indeed - cams and pistons aren't usually worth spit if they are used. I wouldn't suggest paying more than 5% of new price on any used cams or pistons without seeing them in person first......

Carbs are nearly as bad - buying used you should at least half expect them to be junk.

And all used brake master cylinders over 10 years old = scrap bin filler material.

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Re: Ebay Cams- Did I buy scrap metal?

14 Aug 2016 05:36
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As I say, you can't spit without hitting a scammer. :dry:
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