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Old 07-05-2005, 03:22 PM   #13
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Re: valve clatter
I meant the thrust clearance of the cams - side-to-side movement of the cams. I guess since it is a knocking noise, it is not likely to be cam thrust clearance.

By checking the tensioner, I meant the dimensional measurement on the spring in drawing #1 below.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b8...lt/Timing1.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b8...lt/Timing2.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b8...lt/Timing3.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b8...lt/Timing4.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b8...lt/Timing5.jpg
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