Sunstrand Hydro Cam Roller Update

[Bill725]

Recently I replaced the OEM hydro cam roller on my Sovereign with an Oilite bronze bushing. The picture is of the bronze bushing after approximately 2 hours of operation. The hydro tended to whine more so I reinstalled the OEM cam roller. I think the OEM rubber cam roller provides a cushioning effect whereas the bronze bushing did not.

[GregB]

What kind of lube was on the OD of bushing?

Seemed like the spring puts a good amount of side load on the bushing.

I threw one on the 7117H.  Thought it was loose in the cam slot.

May still turn up a delrin one with a larger OD for less slop in the control linkage.

Edited Tuesday at 08:42 PM by GregB

[Bill725]

1 hour ago, GregB said:

What kind of lube was on the OD of bushing?

None