ajusting valves

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  • davebgs850l
    • Feb 2026

    #1

    ajusting valves

    Ok i have a few questions on ajusting my valves on my 80 850 gl first is the valves are to tight im getting a readi of .01mm on 5 of the valves can i shave the tappets to get the right tollerence and what is the torque spec on the cams or do i have to buy tappets because they only come in.05 intervals an i looking to get a .03 to .05
  • tkent02
    Forum LongTimer
    Past Site Supporter
    • Jan 2006
    • 35571
    • Near South Park

    #2
    They almost always get tighter, don't shave anything,you don't have to remove the cams, read about the proper procedure and the shim club on this forum.
    http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...tatesMap-1.jpg

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    • Vmass
      Forum Guru
      Past Site Supporter
      • Apr 2011
      • 6100
      • Massachusetts

      #3
      Here is a great tutorial: http://members.dslextreme.com/users/...lve_adjust.pdf

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