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Peter J · 03-13-2012, 01:02 PM

Hey Guys,
Ref. my old thread about clicking noise in or around my valve train. Thank's to ya-all, I've tried to eleminate all the variables regarding valve clearance. I have a B block so I can check the clearance with the side cover off. No's 2 and 3 valves down to .006 clearance..still clicking as before. Checked stems and guides (smooth and free) and spring (OK). The only thing I changed between when I test ran engine (no noise) was the exaust manifold (from an A to B to match B carb). I have cheapo gaskets on it. Runs great with lots of power and plugs are all grey. Took it out for about a 15 mile ride and ran great. Could I have a leak that would click?? If so, I'll swap out manifolds to check.
A little HELP here!

Thanks,
Pete

03-13-2012, 01:02 PM	#1
Peter J Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 691	Driving me crazy Hey Guys, Ref. my old thread about clicking noise in or around my valve train. Thank's to ya-all, I've tried to eleminate all the variables regarding valve clearance. I have a B block so I can check the clearance with the side cover off. No's 2 and 3 valves down to .006 clearance..still clicking as before. Checked stems and guides (smooth and free) and spring (OK). The only thing I changed between when I test ran engine (no noise) was the exaust manifold (from an A to B to match B carb). I have cheapo gaskets on it. Runs great with lots of power and plugs are all grey. Took it out for about a 15 mile ride and ran great. Could I have a leak that would click?? If so, I'll swap out manifolds to check. A little HELP here! Thanks, Pete