Valve lash adjusting wrench
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Since I have aftermarket roller rockers, I use a regular wrench and a T-handle allen.
Joe Reed
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Box end wrench, screwdriver & feeler gauge...on my MGB
mharmon
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When there is enough space I usually use this.
http://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-648827-2-Inch-Valve-Adjustment/dp/B0002Q8TU0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1363633444&sr=8-2&keywords=jam+nut+wrench
I just wish I could find a reasonably priced 12mm unit. For now I'll just use a wrench and screw driver on those ones.
http://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-648827-2-Inch-Valve-Adjustment/dp/B0002Q8TU0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1363633444&sr=8-2&keywords=jam+nut+wrench
I just wish I could find a reasonably priced 12mm unit. For now I'll just use a wrench and screw driver on those ones.
kevin47
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Solid lifters...? The best way is with a Vacuum Gauge...! Box wrench and screwdriver...
Can you explain that procedure to me? I'd like to use it on my diesel engine..
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gayler
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kaffine
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I can't find the one I use online. It has a 1/2" drive so I can use different size sockets and it has a hand knob on the top attached to the adjustment driver that was throught the center of the 1/2" drive (I can't remeber if it is just a bit driver or if the bit is attached). It was made for a specific application so I could see the bit not being easily swapped. It was nice since both wrench for the lock nut and the driver for the adjustment was in one unit. It came as part of a tool set for the engine otherwise I would have just used a box end wrench and an allen wrench.
Then I use a dial indicator to check the adjustment.
Then I use a dial indicator to check the adjustment.
dmeadow
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This one? I use it on my MGA and MG Midget. It is OK, but I usually end up double-checking with a feeler gauge.
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=EK7_tih9sUU&desktop_uri=/watch?v=EK7_tih9sUU
kaffine
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No the one I had was for Cummins B series engines. It required the use of a feeler gauge or dial indicator to set the adjustment.
That one looks nice but it would take me using it for a while and checking before I trusted it to be acurate.
Shadowdog500
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Box wrench and an Allen wrench for overhead valves. Just a wrench for a flat head(they lock themselves with friction).
Most people who complain about them backing off on thier chevy V8 are just doing it wrong. If you adjust the lash with a wrench and simply try to lock it with the Allen wrench they will loosen up in a week or two. What you do is adjust the lash with the wrench and tighten the Allen down snug then you back the wrench off 1/4 turn while still holding the Allen snug, then you tighten both the wrench and Allen wrench by 1/4 turn at the same time to lock everything down together. They stay put that way. Be sure to re check the lash after the adjustment.
The other trick we used to do was to put a little sillycone on the rocker cover side of the gasket but not the cylinder head side of the gasket. That way is stays glued to the valve cover when you pull it off. You can use the gasket over and over.
Chris
Most people who complain about them backing off on thier chevy V8 are just doing it wrong. If you adjust the lash with a wrench and simply try to lock it with the Allen wrench they will loosen up in a week or two. What you do is adjust the lash with the wrench and tighten the Allen down snug then you back the wrench off 1/4 turn while still holding the Allen snug, then you tighten both the wrench and Allen wrench by 1/4 turn at the same time to lock everything down together. They stay put that way. Be sure to re check the lash after the adjustment.
The other trick we used to do was to put a little sillycone on the rocker cover side of the gasket but not the cylinder head side of the gasket. That way is stays glued to the valve cover when you pull it off. You can use the gasket over and over.
Chris
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Cars&Classic
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this is my newest.
TQ-100-3 Torque Wrench
The LSM TQ-100-3 is a combination precision torque wrench and valve adjustment tool. It simplifies precision valve lash settings by properly torquing adjuster nuts every time.
One tool does all "shaft" style rocker systems.
Comes with 1/8, 5/32, and 3/16 Hex Keys
Accepts any standard 3/8 drive socket. (Socket not included)
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TQ-100-3 Torque Wrench
The LSM TQ-100-3 is a combination precision torque wrench and valve adjustment tool. It simplifies precision valve lash settings by properly torquing adjuster nuts every time.
One tool does all "shaft" style rocker systems.
Comes with 1/8, 5/32, and 3/16 Hex Keys
Accepts any standard 3/8 drive socket. (Socket not included)
View media item 29471
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Falcon67
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5/8 box end, ratchet with the appropriate hex bit on it.
JCQuick
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A friend of mine just bought something just like that and loves it