Re: engine decision's... I have made up my mind.

[Cheapass Ron <rapieper@yahoo.com>]

--- Brian Wagner <scirocco_88_16v@hotmail.com> wrote:
> An exhaust valve can also burn if the valve lash closes up for some
> reason
> (improper lash adjustment, cam or lifter wear, a bent push rod, worn
> rocker
> arm or cam follower, etc.). The lack of lash (clearance) in the
> valvetrain
> prevents the valve from closing fully, which causes it to leak
> compression
> and overheat.
> 

Aye, but is it not true that most if not all of the above-listed
reasons will cause the valve to sit on the head longer, therefore
cooling it more and *preventing* burning?

=====
Ron (Cheapass)
'87 16V, ("Victor"), '93 Cabby ("Teufelhasen")
ICQ 108845455

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