I think, from all the posters replying to your fist question, you should
be kinda thinking about splitting the case and checking everything in
there. then, wether worn or not, replace the parts that dont cost much
anyway.
If you are stripping your engine down, changing it from stock, it is
always wise to walk the extra mile. It will cost you less in the long run !


Rich


Joao Eliseu wrote:
> Thanks for your reply.
>
> The work on the engine will be made for an expert, not me (I don't have the time
> and the tools).
>
> The engine was rebuilt 12 years ago and only run 7000 miles since then. So I don't
> expect to find any worn on the bearings. My only concern is that the cam wasn't
> replaced at the time and it has about 125000 miles. I'm not sure but I think that
> someone at the time (12 years ago) told me that the cam was a little worn.
> I would like to know if I can check that without splitting the case (head and cylinders
> out) and if not it would me a good effort to split the case to check.
>
> Joao
> 72 Super 1302
>