We do almost the same thing except for no Playdo instead we use rosin core solder, we also use it to check quench distance. Its just a bit more firm for an accurate measure.
This may sound dumb, but I thought once you put the head gaskets on and tightened the bolts down then they're done, you couldn't take the head off and reuse the same gaskets after you get done checking everything out and do your final assembly? Or are they still ok as long as the motor hasn't been fired? I feel like I would get a cheap head gasket the same thickness and reuse the stock head bolts to check ptv clearance, then use my expensive Ford racing gaskets and arp head bolts for when I finally finished everything...
Looked like your clearance was .100" which is less than the recommended .120" did you guys have to make adjustments or for your application was this an acceptable clearance?
Ya I don’t know about this video, why ruin a cylinder in a head gasket? What is torqued gaskets measurement? Just add that to the measurement of the play dough. I don’t use my gasket like this. Besides you can remove the two springs & replace with very light ones from the hardware store or Amazon “comp cams test springs” for $9.00. Using the stock springs will also cause the hydraulic lifters to collapse causing your measurement to be off also. LMR please fix this video or comment.
You will use a kit like the link attached for this, these will include a correct solid lifter for you to check. lmr.com/item/SVE-PTVTOOL/sve-mustang-piston-to-valve-clearance-checking-tool-85-95
jeffrey gentry We will be rolling out a new shirt soon. As far as a decal is concerned, shoot me an email to landan.durham@latemodelrestoration.com -Landan
We do almost the same thing except for no Playdo instead we use rosin core solder, we also use it to check quench distance. Its just a bit more firm for an accurate measure.
This may sound dumb, but I thought once you put the head gaskets on and tightened the bolts down then they're done, you couldn't take the head off and reuse the same gaskets after you get done checking everything out and do your final assembly? Or are they still ok as long as the motor hasn't been fired? I feel like I would get a cheap head gasket the same thickness and reuse the stock head bolts to check ptv clearance, then use my expensive Ford racing gaskets and arp head bolts for when I finally finished everything...
Looked like your clearance was .100" which is less than the recommended .120" did you guys have to make adjustments or for your application was this an acceptable clearance?
Michael Saull Yeah wtf happened?
Send it..
just get a thicker head gasket
Ya I don’t know about this video, why ruin a cylinder in a head gasket? What is torqued gaskets measurement? Just add that to the measurement of the play dough. I don’t use my gasket like this. Besides you can remove the two springs & replace with very light ones from the hardware store or Amazon “comp cams test springs” for $9.00. Using the stock springs will also cause the hydraulic lifters to collapse causing your measurement to be off also. LMR please fix this video or comment.
You forgot to add compression height of head gasket. Neil and Bob not all gaskets have the same compression thickness! 😂
Do you need to do this on every cylinder?
I always do. -Landan
2:30 bro what happened to your nail
GLC522 I knew the question would come eventually! Haha! That is my good buddy Mike who has been lending a hand in some of our videos. -Landan
*****
well those types of things happen in that line of work lol
So - were these spongy dry lifters, pumped up full of oil, or modified to be solid for this test?
You will use a kit like the link attached for this, these will include a correct solid lifter for you to check. lmr.com/item/SVE-PTVTOOL/sve-mustang-piston-to-valve-clearance-checking-tool-85-95
So... what's the minimum recommended clearance for a race application?
Ade V That specification is entirely too in depth for us to give you an answer. I would recommend contacting your local machine shop. -Landan
-0.0000001 lol.
you shouldn't be tightening just one cylinders head bolts like that, not unless you want to risk warping the head?!
lelelel cya BRO lol
true. also didnt talk about head gasket specs and crush thickness
Just snugging it down won't "warp" it.
lol .120 thats a lot. mine is .042 and .036 exhaust haha
Hahaha
Yes, the .120" confused me, too. Vintage Porsches call for .040" minimum, with many preferring .060".
I think that’s cause they are using new uncompressed head gaskets.
Marc was this on a 302 ?
What do you mean centre of the block ? Your confusing people. You meant the centre of the cylinder your working on!?
Where can I get a shirt like this and a sticker with the same design for a window
jeffrey gentry We will be rolling out a new shirt soon. As far as a decal is concerned, shoot me an email to landan.durham@latemodelrestoration.com -Landan
Where has Jmac been? :(
Zach Jones JMAC recently took on a new position where his technical expertise is needed tremendously. -Landan
The porn star?
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.120?? 😂😂😂 this guy
2:30 duuuude what the fuck happened to your thumb nail?????!?
Eric Marquez Lol! That would be Mike's hand, but I'm not sure of the story behind it! -Landan