This week I have been working on an engine with only 2064 genuine miles on it. Unfortunately the valve faces have deteriorated over the last 32 years in storage so I need to re-lap the valves and replace the valve stem seals. The shafts were very very tight and a slide hammer would not touch them. I was able to withdraw them sufficiently to allow the rocker arms and valves to be removed by extracting them with a length of threaded stud fitted with a nut/washer and a long reach socket. My big question now is how do I safely press the shafts back into position now that the valve work is complete? Remember the shafts have not been fully removed so are already aligned awaiting that final magic touch.
Thank you for any advice - Much Appreciated.
Thank you for any advice - Much Appreciated.