Here's what's up. I'm replacing the HG on a '93 Cruiser with 190K miles(engine runs like a top, very smooth and strong). I have not removed the head yet. What I am wondering is how I should proceed with regard to the valves. I'm no good with a feeler gage, and don't trust myself to be able to mess with the valve shims without screwing it all up. Should I order new vales and how much are they? Would I still need to order new shims for them? Am I gonna be adjusting my valve lash no matter what?? I looked and could not find a write-up on this proceedure anywhere on Mud. If someone could help me out here that would be really cool. I read about getting the valves tipped before grinding them, but I never heard of this before; can someone illuminate this for me. Is this a possible option for me?
I guess, what I'm asking is, with 190K miles , assuming that I want to keep the truck for ever, and assuming that the vales will need some attention, what is the best course of action? If I need to do something that involves measuring and changing shims, can someone please explain this proceedure? Maybe with pictures? Maybe come do this for me? I just want to know what the heck I'm doing before I talk to the guys at the machine shop.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
I guess, what I'm asking is, with 190K miles , assuming that I want to keep the truck for ever, and assuming that the vales will need some attention, what is the best course of action? If I need to do something that involves measuring and changing shims, can someone please explain this proceedure? Maybe with pictures? Maybe come do this for me? I just want to know what the heck I'm doing before I talk to the guys at the machine shop.
Thanks in advance for any advice!