This little guy basically translates the rotating motion of your camshaft into the up and down movement that opens and closes your valves. It's a pretty simple concept, but it needs to be precise. It has a rounded, hardened steel wheel that rides on the cam lobe, and inside it's filled with oil under pressure. That oil acts like a cushion, keeping everything smooth and quiet. It’s constantly adjusting to wear and tear, maintaining the right valve lash. It’s a critical piece within your engine’s valve train. Think of the camshaft as the brain telling the valves when to open and close, and this follower is one of the hands that actually does the opening and closing. It’s part of a chain, working with the pushrods and rockers to control the flow of air and fuel into and out of your engine’s cylinders. Without it, the engine simply won’t run. It’s located right there between the camshaft and the valve stem. It’s important because if one of these goes bad, you’ll notice it. Usually, it starts with a ticking sound, a little click – clack that gets louder and more consistent as things wear down. That ticking means there's extra space developing somewhere in the valve train. It’s also a common source of lost engine power and decreased fuel efficiency. If you ignore it, it can lead to more serious damage – bent pushrods, damaged valve stems, even a burned valve. You can find these pretty readily at places like Fixparts Online, but getting the right one is important. It’s a small part, but it does a big job, and keeping things running smoothly down there is vital for engine health. We’re here to help: Hydraulic Cam Follower (MPN ADK86102) has a 12-month warranty!

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