<VV> 1966 140 Valve Adjust and Reseal

[N. Joseph Potts]

It sounds like you don't have access to a Shop Manual. You should refer to
the Shop Manual (you should own one), in which the instructions for this job
are pretty good, and include all torque specifications.
     Do not loosen the head nuts. Do one cylinder at a time, starting with
the center cylinder.

Joe Potts
Miami, Florida USA
1966 Corsa coupe 140hp 4-speed with A/C

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Subject: <VV> 1966 140 Valve Adjust and Reseal


I am resealing the engine on my 1966 140. There are several different
methods that I have read about.

Is there a certain order that I should follow when removing the push rod
guides? Do I need to loosen the top bolts on the heads? What should I
retorque the guide nuts to?

I have read that there are two ways to adjust the valves - running and not
running. It seems that it would be easier to adjust them not running. Any
tips / advice on the technique to use?

Thanks - Bruce