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**TX3100Guy** · 10-12-2023, 08:11 PM

Technically this isn't my very first engine crank (261 cu in - inline six) since I had to get the magneto and TDC aligned. This engine was rebuilt over a decade ago and only started to keep the cylinders oiled and never up to any temp. I was concerned about it even being able to start, but in the end, this was a success.

I now think I hear a valve tap. What is the lash or clearance that I should find on the rockers/valves?

First Engine Crank

Bob

10-12-2023, 08:11 PM	#1
TX3100Guy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Lucas, TX Posts: 458	First Engine Crank Technically this isn't my very first engine crank (261 cu in - inline six) since I had to get the magneto and TDC aligned. This engine was rebuilt over a decade ago and only started to keep the cylinders oiled and never up to any temp. I was concerned about it even being able to start, but in the end, this was a success. I now think I hear a valve tap. What is the lash or clearance that I should find on the rockers/valves? First Engine Crank Bob __________________ 1953 Chevy 3100 - 5 window 1/2 ton pickup My 1953 Chevy Work-In-Process Photo Gallery "I don't have a carbon footprint, I drive everywhere."