The valves should adjusted to the following specifications: .005 - .007 in. for the intake valve and .009 - .011 in. for the exhaust valve. The valve gap is measured with the piston 1/4" past the TDC on the power stroke.
Go to http://outdoorpowerinfo.com/engine_specs/briggs_valve_gaps.asp for a listing of Briggs valve clearances. You'll need your model number which will be on the engine shroud or rocker cover.
Need to know the engine model and type.
It is the gap between the rocker arm and the push rod or valve in the head of the engine. How much it is varies with each model of engine.
There is no valve adjustment for that engine. If you have valve clatter you must have worn valve train parts.
You can perform a valve adjustment, on your 3412 Caterpillar diesel engine, by rolling the engine to the number one position. Tighten the valve adjustment screw. You will need to do this for each piston position.
Check the engine shroud, and if it is a v-twin, check the OHV valve covers.
For the aluminum the intake valve clearance is .005 to .007 inches. exhaust valve clearance is .007 to .009 inches. Cast iron is - intake valve is .007 to .009. inches exhaust valve is .017 to .019 inches
Stamped into the valve cover (the dome-like cover at the top of the cylinder) or stamped on the engine shroud above the spark plug.
what is the torque specs and valve lash on a 24 hp Briggs
.007 on the intake and .011 on the exhaust.
What is the valve adjustment mistubishi 4d36
It has hydraulic lifters. No adjustment.