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Ram 1500 Pushrod
The Ram 1500 Pushrod allows the overhead valve V8 to breathe by transmitting camshaft motion to the rocker arms so the intake and exhaust valves open and close when they should. In the traditional OHV configuration utilized on numerous Ram 1500 engines, the camshaft rests low in the block with lifters riding its lobes, a slender Pushrod rising through the head, and a rocker arm pivoting to press the valve. The weight of the cylinder head is kept low by this simple train, which allows for good durability and compact size, although it needs precise clearance. As miles and heat build, a lash is developed by wear of the cam lobes, lifters, Pushrod, and rocker faces, which increases impact forces. This can bend a Pushrod, misaligning the valves and triggering a ticking noise or high rpm power loss. Another threat comes from weak springs resulting in valve float because if there is a meeting of a valve and piston, the Pushrod takes a hit first. Later Ram 1500 editions advanced the OHV concept while improving materials to maintain spring pressure for a longer time. Knowing how it works helps a driver recognize early signs like loss of power or rough shifting and save their truck.
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Ram 1500 Pushrod Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to disassemble and inspect rocker arms and pushrods in diesel engine on Ram 1500?A:Disconnect the wires from the batteries at their negative terminals. Then remove the valve cover. Mark and detach the rocker arm/pedestal assemblies. Mark and take off crossheads. Pin down rocker arm sockets before raising them out of cylinder head. Mark and remove pushrods. Remove, clean with solvent, and disassemble rocker arms, pedestals, and shafts parts. Check for debris by blowing through oil passages. Get each rocker shaft bearing surface inspected for replacement if necessary.Measure each inside diameter of rocker arm bore against each outside diameter of rocker shaft and replace if worn too much.Check for cracks and scoring on all pushrod balls and ball seats, replacing any that are damaged.Look for damage or excessive wear on all crossheads in which case those affected should be replaced.Place the pushrods into position lubricate valve tips then put in place crossheads.Re-lubricate the bores , rockershafts then recapitulate the assembly of rockershaft/rockerarm/pedestal.Ensure lubrication of both crossheads as well as those sockets receiving a pushrod are done then fix a set of rockerarm/pedestal.The process ends by checking valve clearance.Installation of valve cover here may take place where it is not already installed.
