<VV> 1966 140 Valve Adjust and Reseal

[Shaun]

Why do you suggest starting with the center cylinder, Joe?

Shaun
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "N. Joseph Potts" <pottsf at msn.com>
To: <bmooers at farniente.com>; <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2005 7:04 AM
Subject: RE: <VV> 1966 140 Valve Adjust and Reseal


> 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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> Sent: Wednesday, September 07, 2005 7:38 PM
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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
>
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