Prevent Catastrophic Engine Failure: Upgrade Your 6.7L Cummins Valvetrain Before Problems Begin
The 6.7L Cummins engine has built a reputation for being tough, dependable, and capable of hauling just about anything short of a small planet. But even the mightiest of workhorses can develop a limp, and in this case, it’s the valvetrain components—specifically the camshaft, lifters, and pushrods—that have been known to tap out early (literally, you might hear them ticking for help).
Warning Signs and Risks:
How Minor Noises Can Lead to Major Engine Damage
The main troublemaker in this scenario is the roller lifter. These little guys are supposed to roll smoothly along the camshaft lobes, but sometimes they decide they’d rather just take a nap. When the needle bearings inside the rollers wear out or seize up, the roller stops rolling, and suddenly, you’ve got a high-friction disaster in the making. The camshaft lobes start wearing down like a cheap set of brake pads, leading to reduced valve lift, engine misfires, and—if ignored long enough—an expensive metal carnage scene under your valve cover.
Preventative Upgrades That Protect Your Engine and Your Wallet
Your truck might start dropping hints that something’s wrong, like making mysterious ticking noises, losing power, or idling rough like it just woke up from a bad nap. If these signs are brushed off, the failing lifters and camshaft will start shedding metal debris into the oil system, which is about as good for your engine as eating sand is for your teeth. Eventually, pushrods can bend or fail altogether, adding insult to injury and leaving your engine struggling like a weightlifter who forgot leg day.
Rather than waiting for your truck to audition for a role in a diesel horror film, Houska Automotive offers a preventative upgrade service that swaps out the factory lifters and pushrods for stronger, more durable components before failure happens. Our upgrade kit replaces the faulty parts with solid lifters and adjustable rocker arms, effectively restoring the engine to its original, battle-hardened design. This means increased reliability, better performance, and no more surprise breakdowns that leave you stranded in the worst possible places (because breakdowns never happen in your driveway, do they?).
Rely on Houska to Keep Your Ram Running Strong—No Matter the Job
For those who depend on their Dodge Rams for towing, hauling, or just feeling like the king of the road, tackling this issue early can save thousands in repairs and prevent the heartbreak of a downed truck. At Houska Automotive, we believe in keeping your Cummins-powered beast running strong, So if you hear any suspicious ticking or just want to ensure your truck stays reliable, give us a call. We’ll keep your Ram from becoming a very expensive paperweight. Contact us today to schedule an inspection and learn more about our preventative upgrade service. Don’t wait for a breakdown—take control of your truck’s performance and reliability now.
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