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Old Jan 25, 2006 | 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Redlinerz
adjust em when i get home.... just to make sure i am doing it right...

take off the valve cover
and turn the valves with a flathead...
i also have a feeler gauge... what should it be adjusted to?
Make sure the engine is cold first so the metal has time to contract and you'll get the most accurate adjustment.

You want the feeler gauge to barely snag and feel the slightest resistance. It's also a good idea to replace the valve cover gasket and plug seals since you're in there.
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