Valve Inspection
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- Inspect the valve stem tip for wear.
- Inspect the valve key grooves and the oil seal grooves for chips and wear.
- Inspect the valves for burns or cracks.
- Inspect the valve stem for burrs and scratches.
- Inspect the valve stem. The valve stem must be straight.
- Inspect the valve face for grooving. If the groove is so deep that refacing the valve would result in a sharp edge, replace the valve.
- Inspect the valve spring. If the valve spring ends are not parallel, replace the valve spring.
- Inspect the valve spring seating surface of the valve rotators for wear or gouges. Replace as required.