My thumb and forefinger. But I do have smaller hands than most. I have noticed people mentioning some kind of "ignition wrench" works , something to do with adjusting points on old cars, I think.
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My thumb and forefinger. But I do have smaller hands than most. I have noticed people mentioning some kind of "ignition wrench" works , something to do with adjusting points on old cars, I think.
Rabbid
XS650 Member
I am Carbon
shade tree mechanic
Has anyone tried this one at Mikes
http://www.mikesxs.net/product/35-1765.html
http://www.mikesxs.net/product/35-1765.html
Nope, mainly because that's about twice what I'm willing to pay. Also, the Craftsman ignition wrench set can be had for about that and would be useful for other things as well. This tool is very specialized and only good for one thing.
I am Carbon
shade tree mechanic
I totally agree with that.
I do my best not to buy unitaskers.
I do my best not to buy unitaskers.
Not got the opportunity yet to use the tappet adjust tool. I have every size of tool available. I got the that tool kit from a vintage garage. You too look for any older garage and hope that you too find one for yourself.
Loosen the lock nut, unscrew the adjuster from the rocker arm. Take it to your bench grinder. Grind the square off flush to the adjuster. Now use your Dremmel tool and cut a slot in the end of the adjuster. Cut it wide enough to use most any flat blade screwdriver.
Reinstall and adjust.
Leo
Reinstall and adjust.
Leo
