Inspect Push Rod; Inspect Rocker Arm; Measure Cylinder Head Warp - E-Z-GO Engine Shop Rebuild Manual

Inspect Push Rod

A.
Place the rocker arm push rod on V blocks that are as
far apart as possible, and set a dial gauge [A] on the
rod at a point halfway between the blocks. Turn the
rod to measure the runout. The difference between
highest and the lowest dial readings is the amount of
runout.
B. If the runout exceeds the service limit, replace the
rod.
Rocker Arm Push Rod Runout
Service Limit: TIR 0.5 mm (0.02 in.)

Inspect Rocker Arm

A.
Clean and inspect the rocker arm where it touches
the push rod and valve stem.
B. If the contact points [A] are worn or damaged,
replace the rocker arm.
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ENGINE MEASUREMENTS

Measure Cylinder Head Warp

A.
Lay a straightedge [A] across the lower surface of the
head at several different points, and measure warp by
inserting a thickness gauge [B] between the straight-
edge and the head.
B. If warp exceeds the service limit, repair the mating
surface. Replace the cylinder head if the mating sur-
face is badly damaged.
Cylinder Head Warp
Service Limit: 0.03 mm (0.001 in.)
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