I've been inspired to check the valves on my AC engine.

One thought, if not already mentioned.

For me, it's worthwhile to remove spark plugs (engine COLD), check
their condition, and adjust valves while they're removed.

A little more work, but engine turns easier, and I can check plug condition.

Just my .02

Neil.

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On 8/17/07, Benny boy <huotb@videotron.ca> wrote:
> Sorry JP, i know you did reply in p-mail but i seem to have lost this one!
>
> Anyway, like you said in that e-mail, you took care of the valves lately and
> the oil and filter are ok. On top, you tolf me that you don't use the van
> everyday, so, that sound a bit like a lazy lifter... nothing else! BUT, do
> one thing, have the valves check again, carefully, AC engine go wrong pretty
> fast. You may also have a failing valve spring... and this take a lot of
> knowledge to detect! You nee to look at the vavle tip.
>
> Also, here is how to find which lifter is th cupid (can i say thatin English?)
>
> In the morning, remove both valves cover, one by one, check all valve/lifter
> by pushing on those, but you need to put each cylinder in TDC to do so for
> eachcylinder that you want to test.
> http://www.benplace.com/tdc.htm
> http://www.benplace.com/1700valves.htm
>
> Bla bla bla...
> Ben
>
>
> On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 08:11:03 -0400, Burdett, Jean-Pierre
> <jp.burdett@SPOTWAVE.COM> wrote:
>
> >Gang
> >
> >Every time I start my air-cooled engine up (cold) my bus has a loud
> >clackety sounds for about 5-10 seconds (as if something is sticking like
> >lifters or valves?) - then the sound disappears and she idles quietly..
> >is this a sign of something needing attention?
> >
> >Thanks
> >JP
> >
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