Valve - Seat Inspection

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Valve and Seat Refacing Measurements

CAUTION: After grinding valves or valve seats, check valve clearance.

Check the valve head and seat.
- Check valve angles.
- Check margin width.
- Be sure margin width is within specification.
  
  Fig 1: Valve And Seat Refacing Measurements
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Inspect for abnormalities on the valve face and seat.