I can't remember if the valve jam nut is 12MM or 13MM. It's been awhile since I adjusted the valves. I see they have a nice tool for adjusting the valves (Schley Products). I thought it maybe worth having one and is it sold locally..
13mm
I just use a screw driver and a wrench.
its all in the wrist! :icon_cheesygrin:
13mm
Quote from: vwtrike on February 13, 2010, 12:54:23 AM
It's been awhile since I adjusted the valves.
hang your head in shame
Quote from: njgt-1 on February 13, 2010, 09:09:05 AM
13mm
I just use a screw driver and a wrench.
its all in the wrist! :icon_cheesygrin:
I could post a very inappropriate smiley... but I won't.
QuoteI could post a very inappropriate smiley... but I won't.
so don't and when did you last adjusted your valves?
Quote from: vwtrike on February 13, 2010, 12:54:23 AM
It's been awhile since I adjusted the valves.
It may have been awhile but it probably hasn't been 5-6000mi, they really don't need to be checked any sooner then that.
doesnt hurt.
Quote from: 6T5 square on February 13, 2010, 06:07:35 PM
doesnt hurt.
coming from someone that pulls their engine every year, I understand. :icon_tongue:
I have a little under 3,000 mile since I made my last adjustment (March of '09). It's getting a little harder because of my hands and back. I thought the valve adjustment tool my make it easier and faster. The cheapest tool I found was $35.00. For that price I'll use a wrench and screw driver.
Jack says about 5,000 mile. In that case I won't have to do it until late spring, early summer.
I do mine twice a year regardless of miles. A good tune up requires it. Better gas milage, turns over when I turn the key and gives me one less thing to worry about.