The FSM gives a range of .006 - .008" for intake and .013-.015" for exhaust.

What would be the optimal goal in these ranges. Dead center? High side? Low side?

Also, I could not find the companion cylinder method described in the 1948-1952 FSM. In fact, the valve adjustment is described under Minor Service Operations but no procedure is given. It only lists the clearances and tells you to heat up the engine first.

Last edited by Otto Skorzeny; 11/28/2022 1:23 PM.

1950 Chevrolet 3100 (Ol' Roy)

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