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==Manufacturer's cold adjustment/first start up recommendations== Because all engines are different, be sure to use this as a guide only. Checking what '''''your''''' engine does is important because of the variables involved. *In many cases the hot lash setting may be used for initial start-up unless the manufacturer's instructions say to do otherwise. If there's any question as to what cold lash to use for start up, refer to manufacturer's instructions. *After the engine is hot, the valves are to be adjusted to their correct hot lash setting. *Then after a '''complete''' cool-down (overnight is good), the lash is remeasured and recorded for future use when checking/setting the lash ''cold''. That will get it '''right''' as opposed to ''close''. ===Comp Cams=== ;Setting Solid Lifter Valve Lash Consult the cam spec card for the correct lash specification. All COMP Cams® spec cards list the “hot” (operating temperature) lash setting, but it will also work for initial start-up. ===Crane=== The same basic adjustment procedure (as used with hydraulic lifters) should be used for mechanical lifter cams. Instead of lifter preload, you must use the clearance specs on the cam card for your cam. Also see '''[[Adjusting solid lifters#Compensating for a Cold Engine when Adjusting Valve Lash|Info from Crane]]'''. ===Lunati=== To adjust VALVE LASH ON MECHANICAL (solid) LIFTER CAMS, follow the same basic procedure as above (adjust with lifter on base circle of cam). Instead of hydraulic lifter pre-load and zero lash, use the valve lash specs printed on your Lunati cam spec card.
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