SBC Tappet Clearances

[Nabbott]

So I've been putting off doing this until today as the instructions are very deliberate - TAPPETS MUST BE ADJUSTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT - more critical I believe as my block and heads are aluminium.

Obviously doing this hot is very uncomfortable - I have to drop the plugs (not easy around the red hot headers, then push the car in gear to rotate the engine. BUT how long do I have to adjust the tappets before the engine is too cool?

What are other peoples experiences of this hideous maintenance chore?

THANKS

[Nabbott]

So I agree entirely with your logic and thought process - but it still begs the question, why the hell do they tell you to adjust when hot?

[Nabbott]

Remote starter just purchased. Whining over

[Nabbott]

Thanks Trevor. I've actually read this article, you're right it is very helpful! I'm going to try (one more time) 'hot with a remote starter before I succumb to the logic and maths in the article.

Whereabouts are you in the south east btw?

[Nabbott]

T-Rev said:

Hi Nigel, I'm near St Leonards/Hastings, how about you?

Ascot, Berkshire. Took the car out today and got sun burnt and very hot