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Should I also plan on resetting lash after a short period of operation? Is there a maintenance interval for valve adjustment?
So, tdc for each cylinder?
Thank you for your replies. It is a 1951 H. I'm looking for the actual procedure to adjust the lash. Interesting about the .020 clearance as I was...
My apologies. Yes, it is a Ford flathead 6.
Would someone please post instructions on setting valve lash for the 226 motor please? The shop manual simply states ".....adjust valves". Well,...
I found a compressor made by the wilde company which states that it was made for chrysler flatheads but would fit other motors. Floorjacks50 built...
Hello all, Im working on my 226 and cannot find a tool to compress the valve springs so I can remove/install the valve keepers. Anyone have ideas...
Im in need of advice on what tool to use in removing valves from my 226. If there is a thread on here I havent been able to find it. I dont really...
I have no love for those fiber gears thats for sure. I too have seen it slip on the hub. my dad pointed this one out to me as I wouldnt have...
Thanks again! I pulled out the shop manual and it describes procedure just exactly as you do. Everything is pretty much yanked off the block...
amodel25, is it difficult and/or time consuming to pull the cam? Wouldnt I need to pull the engine?
Thank you for your response. I am considering drilling and tapping the hub to facilitate using a puller.
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