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Old 22-12-08, 08:39 AM   #1
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Default Valve Clearance Readings

Dear Orgers

I done my valve clearances a couple of weeks back, and here are my readings from the 15k interval check:

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Front Inlet (IN) .8/9 - .10
Exhaust (EX) .25 - .25

Rear Inlet (IN) .10 - .10
Exhaust (EX) .25 - .25

Can anyone tell me whether I'll need to change the Left Front Inlet now or can it wait until the 30k check, as it's about an 8 or 9 gap.

If it does need changing now, what shim size do I need to buy??

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Old 22-12-08, 08:50 AM   #2
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Default Re: Valve Clearance Readings

I'd change it - it isn't that difficult and if it's a dab narrow there is the possibility of damage.
The shim needed is calculated dependant on the size of the shim that's in there now.
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Old 22-12-08, 08:54 AM   #3
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Default Re: Valve Clearance Readings

Thanks for such a quick response Mr Squid.

I know that your advice is Gospel, so I'll get it changed as soon as. I just wanted reassurance that it needed changing now.

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