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LAPPING

This procedure should be performed after the valves and seats have been machined, to insure that each valve mates to each seat precisely.

  1. Invert the cylinder head, lightly lubricate the valve stems, and install the valves in the head as numbered.
  2. Coat valve seats with fine grinding compound, and attach the lapping tool suction cup to a valve head.

    NOTE: Moisten the suction cup.

  3. Rotate the tool between your palms, changing position and lifting the tool often to prevent grooving.
  4. Lap the valve until a smooth, polished seat is evident.
  5. Remove the valve and tool, and rinse away all traces of grinding compound.

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