Push Rods

[EClass20]

I replaced the push rod cover gasket and noticed that 2 bearings were lifted. Would this effect engine performance? I have been trying to pin point why I have coughing / sputtering problems.

 

[FreeBeeTony]

Re: Push Rods

Those aren't bearings.............they're lifters..........

 

[paultjohnson]

Re: Push Rods

They are lifters and they are lifting the push rod to push on the rocker to open that particular valve. Totally normal operation. The bottom of the lifter is being pushed up by the lobe on the camshaft. If you turn the enginine over, all your lifters will cycle up and down. You hope. If they dont you have a worn camshaft and the lobes are worn down, or you have a bad lifter.

 

[paultjohnson]

Re: Push Rods

Also Eclass20 The more info in your post the better -IE year, make , model engine ,hp which outdrive. Symptoms, age of gas last tune up- details dude! What have you tried to remedy the prob allready. all that stuff helps us help you FYI