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Targetnut · 06-19-2008, 03:13 AM

Loose valves are noisey
Tight valves cause rough idle and can lead to burnt valves.

If you have it apart to reseal the valve covers you should absolutely check the clearances.

If the clearances are in spec, there is no other reason to adjust them

06-19-2008, 03:13 AM	#4 (permalink)
Targetnut Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Manassas, VA Posts: 554	Loose valves are noisey Tight valves cause rough idle and can lead to burnt valves. If you have it apart to reseal the valve covers you should absolutely check the clearances. If the clearances are in spec, there is no other reason to adjust them __________________ Targetnut don't talk about it, just do it! Precision Import Service '93 2WD 22RE, Ported w/os valves, custom intake manifold, crane cam,Megasquirt, 295cc injctrs, Supra fuel pump, adj fuel pres reg, 70mm throttle, LCE header, V6 Taco cat, 14lb flywheel, Kevlar clutch, W58 and short shifter, 4.10 gears w/Truetrac, drop spindles and blocks, 245/50-16 Yokos on 16x8 wheels, 4WD fenders, bumper, and valence, skinned tailgate