Greetings, all.
I've just completed my third go-round on the valve clearance worksheet (first time checking them) and I'm doubting my technique/tools.
On the exhaust side, I've six at 0.008", one at 0.007", one at 0.009".
On the intake side, I've seven at 0.005", one at 0.006".
Criteria: 16 degrees C when checked, only a couple were little friction vs. lots; most were slide vs. no movement possible. Index mark lined up at the centre of the point in the case, verified the cam gear lines.
I've used both my Listle go-no-go feelers, as well as a cheap Chinese set. They agree on the single cylinder I cross checked. I've not yet pulled out my micrometer to check them. I've passed through the point of recognizing when I'm pulling back with too much oil on the blade vs. a smear.
Reading through the forums, I've not seen such a edge case, which is why I'm doubting my conclusions.
Any thoughts/critiques welcome.
I've just completed my third go-round on the valve clearance worksheet (first time checking them) and I'm doubting my technique/tools.
On the exhaust side, I've six at 0.008", one at 0.007", one at 0.009".
On the intake side, I've seven at 0.005", one at 0.006".
Criteria: 16 degrees C when checked, only a couple were little friction vs. lots; most were slide vs. no movement possible. Index mark lined up at the centre of the point in the case, verified the cam gear lines.
I've used both my Listle go-no-go feelers, as well as a cheap Chinese set. They agree on the single cylinder I cross checked. I've not yet pulled out my micrometer to check them. I've passed through the point of recognizing when I'm pulling back with too much oil on the blade vs. a smear.
Reading through the forums, I've not seen such a edge case, which is why I'm doubting my conclusions.
Any thoughts/critiques welcome.