Fig. 3-5-19 Contactpattern
@
uniform in width
Valve Springs
l Referring to the criterion-data given below,
check to be sure that each spring is in sound
condition, free of any evidence of breakage or
weakening. Remember, weakenedvalve springs
can be the cause of chatter, not to mention
the possibility of reducing power output due
to gas leakage caused by decreased seating
Valve spring
for 41.5 mm
for 41.5 mm
preload
(54.7
-
64.3 lb/
(50.2 lb/
1.63
in.)
1.63 in.)
Fig. 3-5-21 Measuring spring preload
l
Spring squareness:
Use a square and surface plate to check each
spring for squareness in terms of clearance
between the end of valve spring and square.
Valve springs found to exhibit a larger clea-
rance than specified limit must
be
replaced.
Valve springs
squareness limit
2.0 mm (0.079 in.)
Fig. 3-5-22 Measuring spring squareness
Fig. 3-5-20 Measuring free length of spring
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