My first RX3 valve adjustment

dpl096 · 06-29-2016, 08:35 PM

Sorry but wanting to double check on this b4 I tackle the valve adjustment tomorrow ..... please tell me this is the correct lash I'm shooting for, .003 in .076mm ... I'm going to use t he timing chain sights in addition to the timing mark to assure TDC. I'm also going to do the 500 mile oil change to syn. If I smell any fuel in my old oil I'm seriously considering the complete OCS bypass as others have done - any thoughts? I've got my stuff all lined up and on hand. Supposed to be a nice cool day and "I've got my mind right boss". Going to bend the fuel float arm while at is as well .....

BlackBike · 06-29-2016, 08:58 PM

"I've got my mind right boss".

No help here, sure others will check in, you know as they all say, take your time have fun.

dpl096 · 06-29-2016, 09:02 PM

Thanx BB

Rodtheviking · 06-29-2016, 09:05 PM

.04 to .06 mm. (on the tutorial page)

You have a .076 showing but I have read that .08 is fine.

I have to do both of ours soon, I'm going to use a .06mm that I have.

jbfla · 06-29-2016, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dpl096

Sorry but wanting to double check on this b4 I tackle the valve adjustment tomorrow ..... please tell me this is the correct lash I'm shooting for, .003 in .076mm ... I'm going to use t he timing chain sights in addition to the timing mark to assure TDC. I'm also going to do the 500 mile oil change to syn. If I smell any fuel in my old oil I'm seriously considering the complete OCS bypass as others have done - any thoughts? I've got my stuff all lined up and on hand. Supposed to be a nice cool day and "I've got my mind right boss". Going to bend the fuel float arm while at is as well .....

.003 inch (that's what the CSC shop sets them at)

or

.08 mm

Go for it.

jb

Ron B · 06-29-2016, 09:50 PM

same gauge as you have. thats what I set them at.

dpl096 · 06-29-2016, 10:32 PM

That's exactly what I wanted to hear...thanx Ron!

pyoungbl · 06-29-2016, 11:12 PM

Dpl, it really helps to move the radiators as far as possible so you have maximum access to the exhaust valves. I removed the gas tank. When you disconnect the fuel line from the tank be prepared to immediately hook a 1/4" fuel line so you can drain fuel from the tank into a container rather than the garage floor. You can guess how I know this trick.

detours · 06-30-2016, 12:05 AM

I have the same gauge ama that's the one I use. They're so thin they stick together, so make sure you're only using one gauge.

Also there are two fuel lines from the tank that join into one downstream. If you till the tank on its side and disconnect the single line, it will barely drip at all. I also use a stopper from my brake line vacuum to seal the line.

Make sure the lock nuts are nice and tight when you're done.

AdventureDad · 06-30-2016, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackBike

"I've got my mind right boss".

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I love that quote...I just watched Cool Hand Luke with the kids the other night. They were dreading it (teenagers....) because it didn't have aliens, zombies, or any of that other crap. They loved it. Classic.

On another note, on the valve adjustment, do you have to have, or does it help to have the angled valve feelers, or will the straight ones work?

dpl096 · 06-30-2016, 09:03 AM

AdventureDad .... it is GREAT movie!

dpl096 · 06-30-2016, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by detours

I have the same gauge ama that's the one I use. They're so thin they stick together, so make sure you're only using one gauge.

Also there are two fuel lines from the tank that join into one downstream. If you till the tank on its side and disconnect the single line, it will barely drip at all. I also use a stopper from my brake line vacuum to seal the line.

Make sure the lock nuts are nice and tight when you're done.

Thank you Detours

dpl096 · 06-30-2016, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pyoungbl

Dpl, it really helps to move the radiators as far as possible so you have maximum access to the exhaust valves. I removed the gas tank. When you disconnect the fuel line from the tank be prepared to immediately hook a 1/4" fuel line so you can drain fuel from the tank into a container rather than the garage floor. You can guess how I know this trick.

Thank you pyoungbl

jbfla · 06-30-2016, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by AdventureDad

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On another note, on the valve adjustment, do you have to have, or does it help to have the angled valve feelers, or will the straight ones work?

You can use either. I use both.

It helps if you can separate the gauge you are using from the rest of the feelers.

jb

BlackBike · 06-30-2016, 11:01 AM

And mark the covers front and rear. Just what I've seen posted.

Great pic jbfla

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06-29-2016, 09:05 PM	#4
Rodtheviking Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 67	.04 to .06 mm. (on the tutorial page) You have a .076 showing but I have read that .08 is fine. I have to do both of ours soon, I'm going to use a .06mm that I have. __________________ 2016 CSC RX3 Silver
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Ron B Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Tuscaloosa Al. Posts: 433	same gauge as you have. thats what I set them at. __________________ Wingless Hawk, 2016 orange RX3, 97 wide glide,2003 KLR
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pyoungbl Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portsmouth, Virginia, USA Posts: 632	Dpl, it really helps to move the radiators as far as possible so you have maximum access to the exhaust valves. I removed the gas tank. When you disconnect the fuel line from the tank be prepared to immediately hook a 1/4" fuel line so you can drain fuel from the tank into a container rather than the garage floor. You can guess how I know this trick.
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detours Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Arvada, CO Posts: 1,004	I have the same gauge ama that's the one I use. They're so thin they stick together, so make sure you're only using one gauge. Also there are two fuel lines from the tank that join into one downstream. If you till the tank on its side and disconnect the single line, it will barely drip at all. I also use a stopper from my brake line vacuum to seal the line. Make sure the lock nuts are nice and tight when you're done. __________________ Red 5 standing by! 2015 CSC red RX3 with 19" front wheel, Shinko 804/805, skid plate, tall seat, 13T/45T sprockets, progressive shock, Winyoochanok windshield, GENSSI LED headlight, SW-Motech tankbag, Shorai Lithium battery 2014 Ural Patrol
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