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By Kahuna - 9 Years Ago
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My engine is not running at the moment.
Tomorrow, I'll remove the rocker covers and adjust the valve lash.
I'd like to know what to look for re rocker oiling and if there is a way
to be sure the passages are clear? I'm aware of the small tubes on
each end of the shafts.
Any hints that might show potential problems?
Thanks
jim
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By charliemccraney - 9 Years Ago
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Everything under the valve cover should be wet. The easiest way to tell if the passages are clear is to run the engine with the valve covers look for oil coming out of the tubes. If any component is noticeably less wet, then there may be an issue, like a clogged or restricted passage.
When you adjust the valves, take note of the adjuster screw position. All should be nearly the same. If one is different, then something is off. It could be mis-matched parts or it could be excess wear in one or more components..
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By miker - 9 Years Ago
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You can throw some old towels over the fenders and whatever, but y blocks don't throw oil all over like some engines. You'll know before the manifolds are hot enough to burn a wet towel.
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By Kahuna - 9 Years Ago
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Thank you
Jim
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By Kahuna - 9 Years Ago
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I had to destroy the valve covers to get them off. Someone glued them on with something much stronger than silicone.
They bent badly before they came off. I am replacing them anyway, but what some people will do just amazes me.
They didn't leak as far as I know.
Inside, everything was very clean. Cylinder #4 had new adjusters installed for some reason.
Everything looked good
Thanks again
Jim
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