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RCW · 08-19-2008

Be sure you are using a metric feeler gauge, the intakes should be set between .10 and .15mm, not inches. This will likely solve your noise problem. If you use an inch based feeler they will rattle like rocks in a box.

The exhaust should be set between .20 and .25mm. If you ride hard or pull a load go with the looser of the settings on the exhaust valves. They tend to expand more with heat than the intake valves.

08-19-2008	#2 (permalink)
RCW Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Oregon, Chile, Alberta, Texas Posts: 851	Be sure you are using a metric feeler gauge, the intakes should be set between .10 and .15mm, not inches. This will likely solve your noise problem. If you use an inch based feeler they will rattle like rocks in a box. The exhaust should be set between .20 and .25mm. If you ride hard or pull a load go with the looser of the settings on the exhaust valves. They tend to expand more with heat than the intake valves. __________________ 2008 3010 Trans4X4 Diesel Mule 2008 JD XUV 850 Diesel 1979 XS650 Yamaha New DR-Z400S