Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: merrill on May 27, 2019, 00:17:15

Title: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
Post by: merrill on May 27, 2019, 00:17:15

hello
i had the valve cover off today,  and noticed this spot on one cam lobe
note sure if i need to worry about this.

i have not driven the car in a while.

any input would be appreciated.

Title: Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
Post by: Benz Dr. on May 27, 2019, 04:06:25

Nothing to worry about.

Title: Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
Post by: MikeSimon on May 27, 2019, 12:49:13

Have you tried to rub it off with a non-abrasive polisher like Nev'R Dull?

Title: Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
Post by: wayne R on May 28, 2019, 08:56:25

Never store your  classic  for months- years with old oil in the car,
Change oil before storage, drive until  car reaches normal temperatures ,
then store.