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b16a(type r cams) chattering valves

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Old Jul 23, 2002 | 04:55 PM
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Default b16a(type r cams) chattering valves

i keep trying to fine tune the valve adjustment but i cant seen to get rid of the valve clatter (too noisey for me). i have a b16a 1st gen with usdm type r cams, no other mods.
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Old Jul 23, 2002 | 05:18 PM
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Default Re: b16a(type r cams) chattering valves (revhardracing)

Ur rocker arms are worn.
Too much free play on the shaft.
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Old Jul 23, 2002 | 05:28 PM
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it was a automatic jdm motor that sounds good and looks good from what i have seen so far. i have not driven it yet just let it run for about 5 minutes or so.
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Old Jul 23, 2002 | 11:06 PM
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Default Re: b16a(type r cams) chattering valves (revhardracing)

your motor is fine. I did the exact same swap. just do a valve adjustment. get instructions at http://www.c-speedracing.com.
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Old Jul 24, 2002 | 12:26 AM
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Default Re: b16a(type r cams) chattering valves (revhardracing)

Check your oil pressure you might not be getting enough oil up top!!!!

My friends type R oil pump went out on him and his valve chatter got pretty loud!!!

Doug, 4drlsvtec
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