1988 Paso Valve Clearances
Posted: Fri Mar 19, 2021 1:10 am
I've searched the forum for a possible answer to this question, but maybe I'm using the wrong key words as I've come up empty. The question isn't what are the specified clearances, it's what, in the experience of those, well, more experienced, is too tight? Just checked the valves, and all of the opening shim clearances were what I'd call a very loose .003in, almost .004in, which is spec. I used the unload method for checking the closing shims and they're all in spec at .001in, with one being tight, perhaps on the order of .0008in. The shim caps all spin easily when I unload the closing rocker arm. Are my opening clearances acceptable against a recommended .004in? Is the one slightly tight closing clearance cause for concern?
This is my first Ducati, so my operating knowledge is limited. At present, I don't even know if the engine runs. I'm working through it slowly with the aim of ensuring it actually runs before I commit substantial time/money. OK, I know it'll take plenty of time, but ...
Thanks in advance for any insight.
This is my first Ducati, so my operating knowledge is limited. At present, I don't even know if the engine runs. I'm working through it slowly with the aim of ensuring it actually runs before I commit substantial time/money. OK, I know it'll take plenty of time, but ...
Thanks in advance for any insight.