Valve Guides

Using a micrometer and bore gauge, take diameter readings on valve stems and guides to check stem-to-guide clearance. Be sure to take reading at more than one place along the length of each stem and guide. If clearance exceeds limit, replace valve and valve guide.

Fig 1: Valve Stem-To-Guide Clearance Chart

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Fig 2: Measuring Valve Stems & Guides

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