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Old 27 Jun 2007, 05:26 pm
mjc13
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Default Re: How Hard is DIY Valve Adjustment?

motsco_ wrote:
> mjc13<REMOVETHIS> wrote:
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>> Once again, this is a 1995 Civic EX 1.6L 125HP sedan. Don't have
>> the serial number at hand. I've done valve lash adjustments on old
>> Volvo pushrod engines, but nothing like this. It sounds like the
>> adjustment mechanism is surprisingly similar, though: set screw and
>> locknut. So, any tricks? Is this something best left to a seasoned
>> mechanic? I have the Chilton manual.

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> For better control / leverage, it's nice if you have a long-handle
> combination wrench, like the 'pro' series one I picked up. It's even
> nicer if you have the tool that holds the locknut and has a screwdriver
> built it. GOOGLE 'powerbuilt 648828' or similar, depending on the size
> of the '95's locknut. I have one but haven't used it yet.
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> 'Curly'



I was going to use a torque wrench. That isn't critical?
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