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Sep 23, 2003 | 01:32 PM

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Valve Lash too tight?

On a solid lifter engine; what are the signs? Backfire?

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Sep 23, 2003 | 05:39 PM

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Re: Valve Lash too tight? (GRX)

Backfire, rough idle, not enough lifter noise, etc. Better check them to be sure as you sure can burn your valves very quickly if not corrected!
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Sep 25, 2003 | 10:32 PM

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Re: Valve Lash too tight? (GRX)

Poor idle and low vacum

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