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Old Dec 25, 2011, 07:50 PM
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Is buying used cams a good idea?
I need to buy cams for my Mivec and I found a set I want. But, they have 10ish k miles on them. Considering cars are made to run hundreds of thousands of miles I'd assume it wouldn't be a problem. I just want some input. They are Cosworth M2's
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Old Dec 25, 2011, 07:53 PM
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Go for it
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Old Dec 25, 2011, 07:55 PM
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if its a good price and are in good shape go for it
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Old Dec 25, 2011, 08:10 PM
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NO, bad idea.... on mivec some cams like to snap. Only used cam I with use is FP.
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As long as there is no excess wear on the lobes your good.
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alot of people have done it with no problems. lol just inspect the cam
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I agree with ascca, there was a problem awhile back with mivec cams snapping. Nothing good can come of that.

Spend the extra money and have nothing to worry about.
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