I searched the forums, read the threads, but still want to ask. I hear a ticking in an exhaust valve. I just pulled the valve cover to inspect. Everyhting looks fine to me. I do not see any damage from the cam hitting a tappet guide. They all look like they are seated. Is there another sign I should be looking for up there?

At this point I am almost content that it is a sticky valve and maybe an oil treatment or two may clear it up. I figured I would ask you guys before I seal it back up. This car was sitting for many years before I revived it. Fresh oil and a bottle of rislone are in there right now. I do not want to install a stakedown kit at this time.

...and i don't typically like these smilies, but this one seems rather appropriate:

 

Or possibly a valve out of adjustment? Checking the clearance is easy. Adjusting the clearance....not so much.

The tappet guide thing was mainly on much later cars....Ser IIIs, mostly.

Cheers
DD

 

you're right doug, I should check the clearances while I am in there.