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A10 Valve clearances
« on: 24.08. 2009 14:06 »
In the Haynes Bible its got A10 Ex valve clearances at 16 thou for 1950 - 59 models and 10 thou for 1960 onwards.

I was wondering does anyone know the criteria for the change? I mean was it becuase of different valves, pushrods or what ?

My engine numbers are 1962, but its an early 60 bike, so it could be a 62 engine, or merely replacement cases with happen to be 1962 with the original pre 60 internals. It would be good to set the right clearances.

Ive got a 356 cam, alloy pushrods, cast head
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #1 on: 24.08. 2009 15:18 »

Ive got a 356 cam, alloy pushrods, cast head

Cast iron or cast alloy ?

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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #2 on: 24.08. 2009 16:45 »
Iron
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #3 on: 24.08. 2009 16:57 »
According to S.S. 701, all A10's except Road Rockets and Super Rockets used .010" and .016".  This would indicate that all iron head A10's should be set to these values.
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #4 on: 24.08. 2009 17:29 »
Just done tappets on my 1952 goldflash,service sheet 203 states A10 & A7 engines after engine number AA7-101   inlet .010in / exhaust .016in. A10 superflash   .008in inlet / exhaust .008in. A10 road rocket 008in inlet / exhaust .008in .A10 & A10sr frame prefixed GA .008in inlet /  010in exhaust. There is also
a note for quite running clearances which are .008in lnlet & .010in exhaust which replaces .010in inlet & .016in exhaust which are full power clearances. I set my 52 flash to .008 in inlet & exhaust. I wouldnt take a lot of notice of haynes manuals but ok! for basic info. Dave...

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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #5 on: 24.08. 2009 17:50 »
Agree with G/F DAVE, the owners book that came with my flash (in 61) specified two sets of clearances one for quiet running and the other for max power ( as G/F DAVE states)
Don't need to say what set of clearances I choose as a nineteenyear old, the local bobby had already had his steel rule out to test baffles so a bit of rocker clatter wasn't going to get noticed.


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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #6 on: 24.08. 2009 22:06 »
The valve clearances are determined by the camshaft used.
67-334   .010/.016
67-356   .008/.008  Later changed to .008/.010
67-357   .008/.010,  Max power - .010/.012
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #7 on: 25.08. 2009 19:47 »
Thanks Guys.

I don't take a lot of notice of what the Haynes Manual states - at least I always double check it.

So if I'm reading this right, 59/60 Iron Flash with 356 cam should be set at .008/.010 which is what I have set them at - now I can sleep easy..

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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #8 on: 03.02. 2010 01:46 »
Cold clearances with alloy pushrods.
I know these should be set hot, but the first start is always cold, so what's about the right settings for the first cold start?
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #9 on: 03.02. 2010 06:43 »
G'day all,
            I can't get my head around the different settings. Less gap = quiet running OK but larger gap + more power if valves open later and close earlier = less duration and lift. What am I missing ?
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #10 on: 03.02. 2010 11:15 »

67-357   .008/.010,  Max power - .010/.012


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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #11 on: 03.02. 2010 18:00 »
Well, here's what I think as regards the larger clearances and power:  Yes, smaller clearances give quieter running and (marginally) more power.... up to a point.  My Flash has S-R pistons in it and I used to set it at .008 and .010.  Unfortunately, when pushed hard (full throttle up a long hill, trying to hang with a T160 and an 850 Commando or extended runs at the Ton), the exhaust clearances closed up.  Now, while it's entertaining to your mates to see 3 ft. flames shoot out yer tailpipe (picture the aftermath of of two Chuychangas with extra green chile sauce from Chuys, Mike) it doesn't do much for the go and I imagine the long-term consequences are also undesirable.  Now, I haven't pushed her quite that hard since I opened up the exhaust clearance, but I'm guessing this is what they're referring to.
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #12 on: 03.02. 2010 18:57 »
Thanks Alex. That explains the run up Kangaroo Valley the other week. Pushing hard to keep up with a new Bonnie (only 5 seconds behind at the top) she seemed a little tired. I reset to .010 + .012 and had no problems.
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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #13 on: 03.02. 2010 19:03 »
picture the aftermath of of two Chuychangas with extra green chile sauce from Chuys, Mike

ouch - good one Alex, my roids grimaced in anger at the thought ! Thats why having good clearances in those critical areas will undoubtedly save you many embarrassing moments.....

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Re: A10 Valve clearances
« Reply #14 on: 04.02. 2010 22:23 »
Please correct me if I am wrong, but, less clearance would equal longer open times and greater volume exchange, i.e more power, cooling and less noise ?.
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