The one thing I can't do

[The Cold War Kid]

I'm looking for somebody to set my valves.

I live near Indianapolis, Indiana.

I can go anywhere, within reason (300 miles?)

Need someone with a good selection of USED valve pads and a firm price.

Any help appreciated...

 

[mtbtim]

If you're saying this is the one thing you can't do, I'm not buying it. Doing a valve adjustment on an engine with overhead cams and a shim & bucket system for setting valve lash isn't a super technical job. Is it a pain in the ass? Yes it is. But, it's not above the ability of most DIY mechanics.

If you're saying this is above your ability then there's a hell of a lot more about auto mechanics you're not ready for.

 

[Kanoe]

and to further Tim's comments, the chances are you just need to check them for peace of mind which is relatively painless. Changing shims ups the game a bit.

People don't seem to bother with checking valves on the V6 that I have heard of, seems to be a good engine in that regard. If you have a 3rz, its a different game. The 3rz needs adjusting periodically.

 

[mtbtim]

and to further Tim's comments, the chances are you just need to check them for peace of mind which is relatively painless. Changing shims ups the game a bit.

People don't seem to bother with checking valves on the V6 that I have heard of, seems to be a good engine in that regard. If you have a 3rz, its a different game. The 3rz needs adjusting periodically.

He started another thread about this same subject and I echoed the same thing you said. I partnered with [MENTION=148218]JZiggy[/MENTION] and we made a video of doing a valve clearance check and adjustment on his 3RZ motor and I provided him with that video.