
Thread: *350 sbc Valve Ajustment*
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11-05-2018 06:54 AM #1
*350 sbc Valve Ajustment*
After finally finding the PO I'm told the engine in my pickup is a 1971 350 block with a 283 crank making it a 302. My truck was running fine prior to adjusting the valves. I was trying to get rid of a little clatter a couple valves had. I was trying to adjust the valves that I'm assuming are hydraulic by loosening the nut until it clatters, tighten until the clutter stops plus 1/4 more. Just will not run right. I have tried 1/2 more after the clatter stops but it runs worse. I was thinking they may be solid lifters but was told it probably would not have ran tightening the valves down that much. Looking for a little help.
".......So sanded it all down and resprayed. ......" Been there. done that on a couple of paint jobs over the years. Usually took me a couple of days to get over being mad before I started...
Stude M5 build