Cam bearings 1275 a series

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Cam bearings 1275 a series

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Does anyone know a make of cam bearings that don’t require reaming after fitting . If so where can I purchase these from . Also do the Minispares cam bearings need reaming . I’ve a tool for removal and fitting and wouldn’t mind buying a suitable tool for the reaming if anyone knows of something . …. Shirley
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I use the minispares cam bearings in all my engine builds.
No reaming necessary….

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I use ACL Bearings, which are pre-sized.

I doubt there's a ream to size bearing available these days.
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Re: Cam bearings 1275 a series

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Spider wrote: Tue Aug 22, 2023 12:07 pm I use ACL Bearings, which are pre-sized.

I doubt there's a ream to size bearing available these days.
I think you might be right, but watch NOS on Ebay, like Rover, apparently they do need reaming to size.
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I machine them with my finger and a bit of P400 tape :lol: :lol:
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Thanks craig and others . Purchased the Minispares ACL bearings and fit no problem ….Shirley
1963 austin Cooper s mk1 1071
1966 Austin Cooper s mk1 1275
1968 Austin Cooper mk2 998
1962 Morris mini super 850
Porsche 997 turbo S
Ford transit van 280s.

I am from Essex
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