Camshaft Grinding
Automotive Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Suggested Correction
Chatter
on Cam Nose
Interference of rocker bar motion

Scored bearings

Insufficient lubrication

Insufficient rocker tension

Sludge jamming motion, clean
or replace
Check for irregularities in
rocker bearings
Tight bearings in rocker bar -
lubricate
Tighten rocker tension
Irregular Ramp
Contour
Interference of rocker motion

Loose bearings

Insufficient contact between
master cam and follower

Sludge jamming motion or scored bearing;
clean and/or replace; lubricate
Check bearings for
excessive wear
Ensure positive contact
Poor Quality Wheel too coarse
Wheel too hard

Poor quality of dressing

Dirty coolant

Poor coolant concentrate

Use finer grit wheel
Use softer grade of grinding
wheel
Ensure quality diamond and
dress technique
Ensure clean coolant and
change filter regularly
Check coolant