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47 V8 valve adjustment
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pcasner |
04-01-2013 @ 6:32 PM
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The recommended method for checking valve clearance is for the lifter to be on the heel of the cam. How can I be sure the lifter is on the heel of the cam since you can't see the cams? Can I assume that when the lifter is at it's lowest vertical travel that it corresponds to the heel of the cam? Appreciate your help. Thanks Paul
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TomO |
04-02-2013 @ 7:35 AM
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There is a chart in the 39-48 Service Manual reprint that works pretty well, but I use this method. http://www.btc-bci.com/~billben/lash.htm
Tom
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pcasner |
04-03-2013 @ 7:22 AM
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Thanks Tom, I will try that.
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supereal |
04-04-2013 @ 11:21 AM
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Here is a chart that will simplify valve setting, and eliminate turning the crankshaft a lot: X= Exhaust N= Intake valves. When these valves are open: Adjust these valves: 4X+1N 3X 8N 6N 7X 3N 2X 3X+4N 1X 7N 5X 2N 4X 1N 1X+7N 8X 5N 6X 4N
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