My grandpa called the valve clearances "lashes" and I need to check it with a gapper. First off what are the numbers? secondly are they the same for intake/exhaust valves? I'm also not really to sure what the hell he is really talking about. any help/insight would be nice. thanks.

 

Mentioning the engine might help.

 

jdm B16a

 

The diagrams below show how to set the valve lash on a B16a2 engine (not sure if JDM B16a engine is the same).

 

Thanks very much, i'm sure they can't be to much different.

 

no its extremely easy. use vise grips on a socket while using your flathead screwdriver to adjust the "lash"