John writes:
>Adjusting tappets on a Triumph Herald 1149 engine
>Questions:
>1. How do I know if I need to do it?
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You need to measure the clearance, and see if it matches the
specifications, although a loud clicking from the valve cover may be a good
indication. The only real way though is to measure.
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>2. Is there a gasket between the engine and the cover over the
>tappets?
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Yes
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>3. If yes, what is it made of?
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Usually cork, or rubberized cork
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>4. Can I put the gasket back, or do I need to have a new one
>before taking the cover off?
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You really should use a new one, but sometimes using Silicon sealer on the
old gasket, if it is undamaged will work, but you didn't here it from me :-)
Barry Schwartz (San Diego) bschwart@pacbell.net
72 V6 Spitfire (daily driver)
70 GT6+ (when I don't drive the Spit)
70 Spitfire (project)
73 Ford Courier (parts hauler, rain vehicle)
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