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Title: Adjusting Valves Post by: Knocturnal84 on April 05, 2010, 06:08:55 PM hey guys i need help on adjusting valves. Do i keep the factory spec for valve clearance since i have the Brian Crower set up or does it have to be a different spec.
I wont be attempting this. I will leave a certified tech do this but i want ot make sure that i give him the right info before he starts the job. any help would be greatly appreciated thank you Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: Knocturnal84 on April 06, 2010, 12:41:54 PM rom: Dustin Spencer (knoc84@hotmail.com (http://mailto:knoc84@hotmail.com))
.006” on the intake and .008” on the exhaust. Thank you, Dustin Spencer ------- Brian Crower, Inc. 161 So Marshall Ave El Cajon CA 92020 P: 619-749-9018 - ext 101 F: 619-749-9128 http://www.runbc.com (http://www.runbc.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;) Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: timot_one on April 06, 2010, 02:44:48 PM Glad to see you went to the source to get your answer. From what I know, you're one of the first people that is running those cams. Contacting BC was the right move.
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: CrackerTeg on April 06, 2010, 04:04:18 PM What he said. I've never done a valve adjustment so anything I would say wouldn't help. Whenever running aftermarket parts, it's best to go with that manufacturer's specs. Same goes with OEM. Go with OEM specs. Lesson to anyone that reads this thread.
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: fabulous010 on April 06, 2010, 05:26:54 PM When is it recommended to the adjustment? When things sound different or as per the manual
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: timot_one on April 06, 2010, 06:14:45 PM The first answer I got about a valve adjustment was when they start making noise. The second answer I got about a valve adjustment was at around 100k. I guess it's whatever comes first. When it comes to aftermarket cams, you should do the valve adjustment when you install them and then whenever the manufacturer says to re-adjust.
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: fabulous010 on April 06, 2010, 06:30:48 PM Good to know. I'm approaching 100k I guess I should look into getting this done. Thanks Tim
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: Knocturnal84 on April 06, 2010, 09:27:05 PM The recommendation for the re adjustment from BrianCrower is 1000 miles after installation. Going to get this done Tomorrow.
Does anyone know the factory Spec for future reference and for other members that might be interested? Thank you Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: timot_one on April 06, 2010, 10:32:49 PM I have the factory specs somewhere, but I'm too lazy to look.
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: stirfriedferret on April 07, 2010, 11:40:50 AM AllData says to "inspect" the valves and timing chain at 110k miles. My inspection is whether or not I hear the valves ticking. You adjust them when they start making noise.
Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: Abailey4 on April 07, 2010, 03:01:01 PM Quote from: "stirfriedferret" AllData says to "inspect" the valves and timing chain at 110k miles. My inspection is whether or not I hear the valves ticking. You adjust them when they start making noise. I wish I could hear what they aren't supposed to sound like, would it be REALLY noticable? Cuz I'm at 120K and havent looked into this yet but have been curious about it for a while now. I just dont want to go to the dealership and tell them to do it and my engine sound the exact same $$$ down the road. Title: Re: Adjusting Valves Post by: rjp6262 on April 11, 2010, 01:17:54 PM you'll be able to notice it. my dads valves on his Z28 clicked on cold start ups and it was very noticeable.
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