"Hi Guys - somewhat new to the
"Hi Guys - somewhat new to the Volvo 2002 engine. I am an old Atomic 4 guy - kept that engine running for quite some time now.
I retorqued my 2002's head studs today, and consequently adjusted the valve lash (clearance). The first three valves were okay - I got them to within the .012 inch factory spec.
However, the last valve (second on the aft cylinder) would not adjust. I was not able to fit the feeler guage between the top of the valve and the tappet, even after full adjustment on the push rod.
Any ideas why this rear valve is so tight? Is this just par for the course with this engine?
The engine has been great so far, with the exception of a few fuel problems. I only adjusted the valve lash at the recommendation of the service manual (valve adjustment every 50 hours).
Thanks guys -
Rob"
"Hi Guys - somewhat new to the Volvo 2002 engine. I am an old Atomic 4 guy - kept that engine running for quite some time now.
I retorqued my 2002's head studs today, and consequently adjusted the valve lash (clearance). The first three valves were okay - I got them to within the .012 inch factory spec.
However, the last valve (second on the aft cylinder) would not adjust. I was not able to fit the feeler guage between the top of the valve and the tappet, even after full adjustment on the push rod.
Any ideas why this rear valve is so tight? Is this just par for the course with this engine?
The engine has been great so far, with the exception of a few fuel problems. I only adjusted the valve lash at the recommendation of the service manual (valve adjustment every 50 hours).
Thanks guys -
Rob"