adj the valves on my 1972 302 while it is running,

By Mustie

13 thoughts on “How to adjust valves on a small block ford running”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mr. Mobile says:

    Great video. Got a ‘68 to do tomorrow. I will like and sub.

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shayne says:

    Why don't you tell nobody if it's a hydraulic or a solid lift and why don't you do it like it's a new motor tell everybody if they got a jam nut on it it's solid lift and when you just run the bolt down it's hydraulic

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Thee Joe Kisonue says:

    She's going to miss if those wires aren't good. You won't hear it over the scream though

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars steven Byrd says:

    Sorry that's not the correct procedure to set the valve lash on small block Ford's check your manual

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars H. M. says:

    Is the adjustment possible with the Ford 351 cleveland?

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars joe brown says:

    I have a 351W it's starting to tap a good bit. I'm thinking it needs a valve adjustment. So I'm clear. What I'm seeing done here is a complete loosening of the nut in till it starts tapping , waiting a few seconds then a retreating of the nut…

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hot80s says:

    what tool would thumb down this good vid.

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bob's Barn Workshop says:

    Would a rod knock be twice as fast as a valve tick? I've had a tick in my 1968 302 for a long time but today it seemed a lot louder… but it's pretty slow at idle.

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Connor says:

    Will this work when the camshaft isn’t stock? I have comp cams and it says to use a specific valve clearance. Could I just do it the way in the video and not worry about measuring the clearance on each valve? Also what do you do with the vacuum/pcv lines from the valve covers? Thanks.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars uv got red on u says:

    Can I borrow that valve cover?! Great stuff

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brenton Kurth says:

    Will this technique work on a '69 351w?

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nova says:

    Will following this procedure work with a 1976 Mercury Cougar XR7 with a 351 Windsor? I'm fairly certain I can hear a valve tap developing, but I'm new to the vintage car world and engines in general. Also, does the 351W for that year have hydraulic lifters on it?

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Topher Mc'toperton says:

    Hey sir thank you for the video, quick question, i'm resurrecting a 289 MERC COUGAR and has 2 questions..

    (1) I remember from my high school years not having to untorque/loosen any bolts, there is just the hold down bolt that spun with a moderate amount of force… is that true for the 289? (1968)

    (2) if i feel or thing there is a oil flow issue on one cylinder or warped rod.. how do i pull the rocker off safely, and how do i put the rods and rocker back on.. any insight or good web links you could share? thank you in advance!

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