Valves

npca-sean71 · Post by **npca-sean71** » Mon Apr 30, 2001 7:50 pm

At what interval should the valves be adjusted? Is this just a matter of using a feeler gauge between the rocker and the valve, Like a VW? I also noticed that it should be done while hot. How hot? Will i need to replace the Valve cover gasket? Part number?

npca-jeepy · Post by **npca-jeepy** » Tue May 01, 2001 11:31 am

The truck should be at full operating temperature to adjust the valves. It is a simple process. I re-used the gasket and it does not leak. The valves sound SO much better since I did this! The service manual gives a description of what order the valves are adjusted in and how to determine where to set the crank at. Pretty easy stuff. If you don't have it let me know and I can try to dig it out... -Jeff

npca-sean71 · Post by **npca-sean71** » Tue May 08, 2001 10:57 am

Thanks for the reply. Any help that could be given would be appreciated. I made an attempt but the results are NOT good! The manual i have has no description of how to do it it just lists the clearances .038-.040.

npca-willie · Post by **npca-willie** » Tue May 08, 2001 9:35 pm

My chilton's manual say's .016 for both intake and exhaust

npca-willie · Post by **npca-willie** » Tue May 08, 2001 10:00 pm

I copied the valve adjustment on to my photo page