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Valve adjustment without feeler gauges

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by felicity_true, Sep 20, 2012.

  1. felicity_true

    felicity_true New Member

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    Is there a way to adjust valve clearances without feeler gauges? I already know the specs due to another post on here. Just wondering if there are any other common tools or items that can be used to adjust valve clearance. Thanks!
     
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    Yes.

    If you loose compression due to burnt valves, then they are too tight.
     
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    Impossible, cant be done.

    Fag papers just wont work ! follow the advice a purchase a set, or borrow?
     
  6. iwingameover

    iwingameover Active Member

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    Certain words have different meanings on this side of the pond! :lol:
     
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    iwingameover,

    This side of the pond we roll tobacco in a fag paper..! and then smoke it.

    But I get your meaning, I try to give it a bit more thought. LOL
     
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    can you accurately check your tires air pressure without a pressure gauge?

    diddnt think so, lol

    they're cheap, make the 3.00 investment that will last your lifetime
     
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    Thanks all! I didn't realize they were so cheap! I'll get some today! I'll let ya'll know how it all turns out.
     

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