Author Topic: TFSI cam follower (Read 3987 times)

GtiKris · « **on:** November 19, 2016, 12:43:49 pm »

Hi people

Today was the day, when after weeks I have finally decided to change cam follower on my 07 Tornado.

Glad I did change it as it was badly worn... not sure how long would it last.

Must say it is a very easy job, took me 30 mins! Very pleased

GtiKris

grey golfster · « **Reply #1 on:** November 19, 2016, 03:21:32 pm »

That wear pattern looks weird to me?

Good job, well done!

GtiKris · « **Reply #2 on:** November 19, 2016, 03:24:10 pm »

Quote from: grey golfster on November 19, 2016, 03:21:32 pm

That wear pattern looks weird to me?

Good job, well done!

Thanks

What do you mean by saying weird?

GtiKris

1.8T Chap · « **Reply #3 on:** November 19, 2016, 06:03:20 pm »

I've just done mine also, I lubed it up with some fresh oil prior to installing but it now sounds ticky more than before, any ideas?

GtiKris · « **Reply #4 on:** November 19, 2016, 06:05:59 pm »

I got mine from vw dealer and I thought they come pre-lubed? Mine did not change the way it sounds at all...

GtiKris

1.8T Chap · « **Reply #5 on:** November 19, 2016, 06:26:57 pm »

Yeah mine was from dealer also they do come pre lubed as such but put a film of oil on it also to help, just sounds more tappy than it did before but followed instructions to the letter on replacement so not sure why

doylebros · « **Reply #6 on:** November 19, 2016, 06:41:53 pm »

Quote from: grey golfster on November 19, 2016, 03:21:32 pm

That wear pattern looks weird to me?

Good job, well done!

Mind that's not the normal wear pattern I've noticed either but it looks like you've caught it in time.

GtiKris · « **Reply #7 on:** November 19, 2016, 06:46:52 pm »

Yeah... did not had much life left me think

Any ideas as to why this pattern is not normal in your opinion?

GtiKris

doylebros · « **Reply #8 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:02:55 pm »

Quote from: GtiKris on November 19, 2016, 06:46:52 pm

Yeah... did not had much life left me think
Any ideas as to why this pattern is not normal in your opinion?

GtiKris

Did you look at the cam-lobe for damage and scoring? It implies to me a bit of debris has been between the tappet and lobe causing that style of damage.

GtiKris · « **Reply #9 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:06:34 pm »

No I did not look tbh... I will see if I can get it off again and check for wear. Thanks

GtiKris

1.8T Chap · « **Reply #10 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:08:49 pm »

Did yours have the banjo bolt type pump?

GtiKris · « **Reply #11 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:12:31 pm »

Luckly no... it is 07 car so have the easier option

grey golfster · « **Reply #12 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:19:34 pm »

Quote from: doylebros on November 19, 2016, 07:02:55 pm

Quote from: GtiKris on November 19, 2016, 06:46:52 pm
Yeah... did not had much life left me think
Any ideas as to why this pattern is not normal in your opinion?

GtiKris
Did you look at the cam-lobe for damage and scoring? It implies to me a bit of debris has been between the tappet and lobe causing that style of damage.

+1.
I'm no expert, but that wear pattern is unusual, as i think you will find if you have a dig about on here.
As Doyle says, I think it might be worth having a look at the lobe. Easy-peasy now you're experienced!

GtiKris · « **Reply #13 on:** November 19, 2016, 07:25:44 pm »

Thanks guys... will have another look. Hopefully it is not worn or damaged.

Cheers

GtiKris

1.8T Chap · « **Reply #14 on:** November 19, 2016, 08:18:01 pm »

Did you prime your pump before starting? I.e turn the key a few times before starting or just started straight away after replacing?