How to set valve lash with a solid cam

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Oct 30, 2000 | 12:58 PM

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How to set valve lash with a solid cam

How do I set valve lash with a solid cam?

Oct 30, 2000 | 04:26 PM

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Oct 30, 2000 | 04:46 PM

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feeler gage between the valve tip and the rocker. your manual will tell you what valves you can run without having to turn the engine for each pair of valves.

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Oct 30, 2000 | 06:48 PM

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Yes, I know about the feeler gage, but do I tighten it till I just feel tension on the pushrod?

Oct 30, 2000 | 06:50 PM

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the feeler gage should slide out with a little resistance, but you shouldn't have to force it, and it should slide back in between the valve tip and the rocker.

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Oct 30, 2000 | 08:19 PM

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Don't forget, the engine should be HOT to adjust solids. As the guys advise, a slight drag on the feeler as you pull it out of the gap should be all that's necessary.

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