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Originally Posted by psalt View Post
And from the truly bizarre department, we have the Chrysler slant six. In this case, the MFG, and I must say in 1959 they were riding the crest of the wave that top fuel engine still enjoy, recommended setting the exhaust valve lash to 0.020" while the engine is running, a perfect test for this theory. Not having done this, I spoke to someone with +40 years with this motor and they confirmed that the running clearance varys less than 0.002" after the engine is shut down.

You can see this exercise in action at :YouTube - valve lash on my 73 dart
Must be nice not to have to worry about clogged cam spray bars, center-lubed cams, or oil line restrictors. Just take the valve cover off and start 'er up.
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