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by olyjohn 2162 days ago
I use these on my car to check / adjust valve clearances. Every 30,000 miles.
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You have a fantastic engine.

When I was young, it was guaranteed that a lifter would let loose just before you picked up your date on Saturday night if you had not “run the valves” in the past month.

Clack-clack-clack-clack-...

Date: Why does your car sound like it’s broken?

Me: <mutter>