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Old 11-03-2009, 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by blykins View Post
Both.

Note that some people think that you can't turn the pushrod when you've achieved zero lash. That's not true...you're looking for no axial movement at this point.
I agree 100%. That's the old way of doing things. With modern lubes and materials, that doesn't work any more.

I run the nuts down by hand, not using a wrench. When I can't turn the nut by hand, that's zero lash. Then add 1/2-3/4 turn with a wrench.
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