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Valve Clearance

NOTE: The number on the valve tappet only reflects the digits that follow the decimal. For example, a tappet with the number 0.650 has the thickness of 3.650 mm.

NOTE: A midrange clearance is the most desirable:

^ Intake: 0.22-0.28 mm (0.008-0.011 inch)
^ Exhaust: 0.27-0.33 mm (0.010-0.013 inch)

Select tappets using this formula: tappet thickness = measured clearance + the base tappet thickness - most desirable thickness.
Select the tappets and mark the installation location.

If any tappets do not measure within specifications, install new tappets in these locations.