what are you running for oil?

Neil.

On 7/21/07, retro van <r3tr0v4n@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hey all
>
> Used to have a periodically noisy lifter, would quiet down after a bit of
> driving. Now the rattle is more pronounced and constant, even after the
> attempt described in the subject line.
>
> The Big Green Book says the hydraulic section of the pushrod/lifter assy can
> be removed with engine not removed and minor disassembly. Does this mean you
> can snake the lifter out through the pushrod tube? Havent held one in my
> hand so I cant tell if they are too big to fit the ID of the pushrod tube.
>
>
> Can I do deeper diagnosis with a compression/leakdown test, or by measuring
> valve adjuster clearance?
>
> I just had a GoWesty automatic transmission put in so would appreciate
> suggestions <= 1 kilobuck. I want to keep my wife and my van, have already
> said goodbye to the headroom on my visa card. She is using the '95 volvo 850
> as a reliability comparison.
>
> Thanks in advance
>
> Robert
> 90 MV
>

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