Reply to "valve adjustment questions"

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Originally posted by PanteraDoug:
It's important to keep notes on what the valve settings are before you reset them. It's also important to note if there are any that won't keep the setting for very long.

If there are some that are constant offenders, replace the rocker arms with new ones at that location.

That could be an indication that you are loosing a bearing in that rocker arm. You don't want another failure.

It would also be NICE to pull out each and every push rod as well and examine the tips as well as check for straightness and any other abnormalities.

You are running high spring rates according to the timing card and you need to be as comprehensive as you can on these things.

You probably will be better off with 3/8" diameter push rods vs. 5/16".

You might want to install an aircraft "total hours running" gauge for this engine? That's going to be more important than mileage. It helps you keep track of what's going on with the engine.