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#163235 - 01/26/10 07:08 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: acewmr]
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Without hearing it its kinda hard to tell but some times they just "do that".......Are the push rods spinning when the engine is running? (sometimes one or two will not) or you could try lubricating the valve guides with a light oil. Either pour the oil through the carburetor throat with the engine running ot squirt oil on the top of the valve guides by going between the coils of the valve springs. Also oil the sockets on the top of the push rods.
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#163253 - 01/26/10 08:40 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: Chev Nut]
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Yes when there is a bit of valve sticking or there is a weak valve spring the valve will not come up as fast as the push rod is going up and down, then you will have that CLICK !
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#163255 - 01/26/10 08:50 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: acewmr]
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The click on every other revolution (or less frequently) is likely a bent pushrod hitting the side cover. It is more of a clunk than a tick. It is easy to check to see if all the pushrods will rotate with engine idling or when not running and the rocker arm not loaded.

If you can't find the source of the sound then use a large screw driver or metal rod or automotive stethoscope. Put one end next to your ear and the other at various places on the engine. You will be able to hear many sounds typical of a good running engine. And occasionally hear a sound that is not normal and be able to pinpoint the location.
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#163263 - 01/26/10 09:42 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: Chipper]
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Originally Posted By: Chipper
The click on every other revolution (or less frequently) is likely a bent pushrod hitting the side cover. It is more of a clunk than a tick. It is easy to check to see if all the pushrods will rotate with engine idling or when not running and the rocker arm not loaded.

If you can't find the source of the sound then use a large screw driver or metal rod or automotive stethoscope. Put one end next to your ear and the other at various places on the engine. You will be able to hear many sounds typical of a good running engine. And occasionally hear a sound that is not normal and be able to pinpoint the location.


For me and my hearing, or lack thereof, I use a moderate length of garden hose, one end on the engine, the other end stuck in my ear.
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#163302 - 01/27/10 07:56 AM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: bobg1951chevy]
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Nearly anything that transmits the vibration will work. Just remember the first hearing aids were tapered animal horns. Then granny had one of those metal replacements.
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#163308 - 01/27/10 08:41 AM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: Chipper]
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Originally Posted By: Chipper
Nearly anything that transmits the vibration will work. Just remember the first hearing aids were tapered animal horns. Then granny had one of those metal replacements.



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#163763 - 01/30/10 06:50 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: acewmr]
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It turns out the number 2 intake valve must be slightly bent because it is the only one that does not turn. It also it the only one that does not have a flat rocker arm surface (dents the feeler gauge). I did have to redo some of my adjustments so now it sounds a lot better.

Since the engine seems to be running well is it better to leave the one valve alone or try to fix it?

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#163772 - 01/30/10 07:34 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: acewmr]
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Originally Posted By: acewmr
It turns out the number 2 intake valve must be slightly bent because it is the only one that does not turn. It also it the only one that does not have a flat rocker arm surface (dents the feeler gauge). I did have to redo some of my adjustments so now it sounds a lot better.

Since the engine seems to be running well is it better to leave the one valve alone or try to fix it?

Mike


If you suspect a bent valve, I believe a compression test is in order, before any more engine damage occurs.
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#163775 - 01/30/10 08:00 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: bobg1951chevy]
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I would bet my life its the push rod that is bent. The valve probably stuck at one time and hit the piston. Without removing the head (and valve) there would be no way to tell if the valve is bent.
Take the push rod out and straighten it....roll it on a flat surface to test.
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#163791 - 01/30/10 09:47 PM Re: What is your method of adjusting valves? ('62 235) [Re: Chev Nut]
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I have found that a flat sheet of glass is excellent for testing bent push rods.

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