I think that loud tapping after the gap is set correctly may be
indicative of collapsed tappets or worn pushrods. I can't swear to
this, but either the Haynes or Bentley (BL/BMC) workshop manuals
state something to this effect in the sectoin on how to set the gap.
However, given that you've just changed the set-up, could it be that
the rollers themselves are louder?
At 10:39 AM +0000 12/20/99, Brian Doody wrote:
>Midget & Sprite Club - http://www.mgcars.org.uk/midgetspriteclub
>
>Folks,
>
>While on the subject of roller rockers
>I have just fitted a 1.5 set to my '67 Sprite 1275
>its also got a new Kent 266 cam + followers + new Mini Sports stage 2
>unleaded head.
>
>I had a lot of trouble with the rockers hitting the rocker cover
>but thats sorted now.
>
>HOwever AT the recommended TAPPET gap of .016" (.40mm) the valver clatter
>is very loud - it doesnt sound right - is this normal??
>Ive re-adjusted them over and over but to no avail
>the car is only used on the road and not abused - do I really need so big a
>gap?
>or is something else wearing ???
>
>regards,
>Brian
>
>
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