 Valve adjust tool, Does it really make the job easier? |
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| retrofit |
 Jul 9 2007, 12:20 AM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 176 Joined: 17-April 04 From: Turlock,Ca Member No.: 1,943  |
Anyone use a valve adjust tool like the one on Ebay item No.110145108624?
This has a slotted blade for the tappet adjust and a built-in socket to tighten the locking nut. Like what we used to see for VW's years ago. Does this really make valve adjusting easier? Is it worth $34, or can it be had for less? retrofit |
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| PeeGreen 914 |
Jul 9 2007, 12:28 AM
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Just when you think you're done...wait, there is more..lol Group: Members Posts: 10,219 Joined: 21-September 06 From: Seattle, WA... actually Everett Member No.: 6,884 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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I guess it would work, but I don't know how much better, if at all, it would be than just using a wrench and screwdriver (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) . It is only 30 bucks, but still, I wouldn't waste my money on it.
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| URY914 |
Jul 9 2007, 07:38 AM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,598 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
There is not enough room between the heads and the trailing arms on a 914 to use it. They work well on VWs because the engine hangs out the back. I have one similar to it when I had my Bug and could use it, but not on a 914.
Don't buy it. |
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| Johny Blackstain |
Jul 9 2007, 08:21 AM
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Walnut Elite Stratocaster player Group: Members Posts: 3,434 Joined: 5-December 06 From: The Shenandoah River Member No.: 7,318 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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QUOTE(URY914 @ Jul 9 2007, 09:38 AM)  There is not enough room between the heads and the trailing arms on a 914 to use it. They work well on VWs because the engine hangs out the back. I have one similar to it when I had my Bug and could use it, but not on a 914. Don't buy it. Kick Ass! I was looking at it as well & read this thread & that settles that. Thanks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif) ! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool_shades.gif) |
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| Joe Ricard |
Jul 9 2007, 08:24 AM
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CUMONIWANNARACEU Group: Members Posts: 6,811 Joined: 5-January 03 From: Gautier, MS Member No.: 92 |
Yup, best tool to use is the 90 degree screw driver. Looks like an Allen wrench with a flat blade on each end. and your favorite 13mm box end.
I will be so happy to get my chromoly push rods installed. NO MORE FEELER GAGE. |
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| retrofit |
Jul 9 2007, 11:12 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 176 Joined: 17-April 04 From: Turlock,Ca Member No.: 1,943 |
QUOTE(Johny Blackstain @ Jul 9 2007, 07:21 AM) QUOTE(URY914 @ Jul 9 2007, 09:38 AM) There is not enough room between the heads and the trailing arms on a 914 to use it. They work well on VWs because the engine hangs out the back. I have one similar to it when I had my Bug and could use it, but not on a 914. Don't buy it. Kick Ass! I was looking at it as well & read this thread & that settles that. Thanks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif) ! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool_shades.gif) Thanks for the upfront replies. That's what I like about this group. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/clap56.gif) |
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| Rand |
Jul 9 2007, 11:14 PM
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Cross Member Group: Members Posts: 7,409 Joined: 8-February 05 From: OR Member No.: 3,573 Region Association: None |
If you don't have a right-angled screwdriver, reach in your pocket and pull out a coin. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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