A properly tuned engine is an incredible mix of components all moving in harmony. Air, fuel, and metal all working together to produce that precious magic we gearheads call torque. But engines aren’t ...

It may not be pleasant, but setting the valve lash on a high-performance engine is a skill that must be learned. The reality is that even the most savvy engine masters had to learn about lash at one ...

Setting valve lash has nearly become a lost art. Hydraulic lifters are so prevalent and so efficient that many enthusiasts resort to the old way or doing it—engine running, oil spewing everywhere. Let ...

Under a tree, in a remote corner of the earth, there is a guy adjusting his hydraulic valve lash with the valve cover off and the engine running. Yes, it's true. We've seen it. Proof is that you can ...

Taking a closer look at my new engine while walking through the proper way to set valve lash. Precision matters when building power.#valvelash #engineinspection #cartech Alaskan volcano rumbling ...

Step-by-step instructions for checking—and adjusting—old-school screw-type valve lash.