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22-12-08, 08:39 AM | #1 |
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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: L R 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?? Thanks Chin
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22-12-08, 08:50 AM | #2 |
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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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22-12-08, 08:54 AM | #3 |
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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. Thanks again. Chin
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