Valve Shim Tool

tmiller

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Does anyone know of a tool to change the valve shims? I have heard of this and wonder what they look like. And if it is available for the Rocket.

Thanks,
Tom
 
Hi Wayne,

Of course you are right. I just like to "do it myself". Maybe we could get a pool of shims between the group and swap them out as required.

Are the shims used on any other models?

Tom
 
That is good to know. I got the same thought from the manual. However, can there be a tool that will depress the valve and allow the removal of the shim(s)? The one and only Rocket that I did the valve inspection did not need any changes.
 
bigern2300 said:
Not sure if there is enough room to attempt using any kind of tool. I'm about to find out. With little over 9,000 on the clock, i'll be due for a lookee!
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Hint - completely remove the fuel tank. It's easy. No fuel will run out.
 
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