bent push rod.

[jakebass12]

i was adjusting my valves today and noticed my push rod was bent so i took it out to confirm and unfortunately it was. so my question is should i buy a brand new one from maxbmw for $40 or should i get a used pair for $25 0n ebay?

[flybot]

If it was me, I'd go used. You arent really getting anything more or less with a used push rod as long as its straight.

[donbmw]

You need to look for the cause. Stuck valve.

[Rob Valdez 79 R65]

And I am pretty sure I have a box full of them around here somewhere.  Yours for shipping.  I can send you more than one in case there is a problem!

If you ever have the jugs pulled away from the block for any reason, it is always a good idea to reach in with a magnet-on-a-stick and pull out the cam followers to make sure they are in good shape.  I believe is is only a Type 247 issue (R65s are Type 248 engines), but you want to know.

[Matt Chapter]

it is always a good idea to reach in with a magnet-on-a-stick and pull out the cam followers to make sure they are in good shape.

Tell me more Rob! Since I've still got the jug off for my valve replacement, I'm getting pretty bored.  Is there anything else (grease) necessary for reinstall of the follower?

[jakebass12]

And I am pretty sure I have a box full of them around here somewhere.  Yours for shipping.  I can send you more than one in case there is a problem!

thanks but i already ordered 2 off eBay. and had them express shipped to me by friday. need them for a rally here in Wisconsin. but if i ever bend another ill keep you in mind.

[Rob Valdez 79 R65]

it is always a good idea to reach in with a magnet-on-a-stick and pull out the cam followers to make sure they are in good shape.

Tell me more Rob! Since I've still got the jug off for my valve replacement, I'm getting pretty bored.  Is there anything else (grease) necessary for reinstall of the follower?

Nope - just drop them back in there (you may need to push them in with your finger).  
If you want to get really anal about it, you could put some oil on the bottom where it contacts the cam lobe, and the top, where it pushes the push rod, but I don't think that is necessary.

[montmil]

Jake, What caused the push rod to get all bendy on you?

[jakebass12]

hey sorry for the late reply. i think it was when my valve seat came loose and bent the valve and valve sleeve. i think it just bent a little so i didnt notice and over the time until it needed a valve adjustment i noticed it was bent.

[montmil]

Case closed!