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merrill

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tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
« 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.
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Benz Dr.

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Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
« Reply #1 on: May 27, 2019, 04:06:25 »
Nothing to worry about.
« Last Edit: May 27, 2019, 13:14:56 by Benz Dr. »
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MikeSimon

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Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
« Reply #2 on: May 27, 2019, 12:49:13 »
Have you tried to rub it off with a non-abrasive polisher like Nev'R Dull?
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wayne R

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Re: tarnished spot or rust on cam lobe
« Reply #3 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.
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