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Old 07-13-2006, 04:48 AM
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We had problems years ago in NZ when the fuel companys were using 'toulene' to help boost fuel quality. Side effect that did not become obvious for some time was a carbon type residue that seemed to get into the port end of the bronze guide [literally into the pore's of the bronze ] and cause it to shrink on the valve stem.

Other than that , perhaps your valve stem seals are to efficient or perhaps you need a bit more oil up top, if you are using restrictors etc. I use stand pipes to raise the oil level up to the first coil of the valve spring when running if PC type seals are fitted to Intake & Exhaust.

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