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Valve shims size for valve adjustments?

Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2014 5:31 pm
by fish
Does anyone know what size valve shims we'll need to do the valve adjustment on a 2014 Forza?
HotCams sell kits but don't know which is proper fit for out scoots. (talking about the width, etc. , not the thickness since that can't be determined until you get a feeler gauge in there)
I like to do my own valves, but have never used shims before on VWs or scoots.
Fish

Re: Valve shims size for valve adjustments?

Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2014 10:02 pm
by BRed
Here you go....

part #(s) 16 - shim, tappet

http://www.hondapartshouse.com/oemparts ... haft-valve


the scenario I see is something like this:
you take it apart, check the clearance and the installed shim, then order what you need to make it right....
a kit consisting of one of each size would cost over $400 (there are 69 sizes!) :D

Re: Valve shims size for valve adjustments?

Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2014 7:12 am
by fish
BRed wrote:Here you go....

part #(s) 16 - shim, tappet

http://www.hondapartshouse.com/oemparts ... haft-valve


the scenario I see is something like this:
you take it apart, check the clearance and the installed shim, then order what you need to make it right....
a kit consisting of one of each size would cost over $400 (there are 69 sizes!) :D
Exactly, that's why I'm asking about the correct type of shim. Others sell the shims, some full kits for $69.
Anyone know the size (type) which the Forza engine uses?
Fish

Re: Valve shims size for valve adjustments?

Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2014 6:41 pm
by fish
Shopped around - purchased a full set for $35. Not Japanese - but then nothing is anymore. Made in Taiwan - the new Japan!
Now just need a mic.
Fish