Thread: Hand Lapping Valves

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if you are going to lap the valves i use clover oil base works the best

Originally Posted by pat mccarthy

if you are going to lap the valves i use clover oil base works the best

Clover oil base? Would I get that at the grocery store? Kidding...I have never heard of that stuff. Was just going to use lapping compound?

Nope, not spending a dime on these. Just wondering if lapping is good insurance on a clean/rebuild. Sounds like it is and I also read somewhere that I could use dry-erase marker to check the valve/seat contact?? Anyone done that (color the valve, drop it in, give it a little twist, and pull it out to see where the marker was rubbed off) ?? Might be able to determine the same during a lap-job yes?

I'll also get new springs, definitely new springs.

Sounds good...thanks Denny.

(I know, that was a pretty lame joke...grocery store )

K-D Tool Hand Valve Grinder 505..........e-bay has them too

I tried those and hated them, but Judy can make some good margarita's with it.