Catch 22 is close enough. Use .022 and let her rattle. After re-torquing
the head, you can re-set to 019. Do you still have the OEM camshaft?
Bob
On Tue, 23 May 2000 22:19:50 EDT BobMGT@aol.com writes:
> I'm finishing an engine overhaul on my TD. I know the valve clearance
> should
> be .019 hot, but what should I set it for cold before it's started?
> The shop
> manual says nothing about a cold setting. This is a bit of a catch
> 22.
>
> Bob Donahue (Still stuck in the '50s)
> EMAIL - BOBMGT@AOL.COM
> 52 MGTD - under DIY restoration NEMGTR #11470
> 71 MGB - AMGBA #96-12029, NAMGBR #7-3336
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