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Chevrolet Astro Lifter,Valve
Part Number: 17122490$34.79 MSRP: $60.54You Save: $25.75 (43%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Chevrolet Astro Lifter,Valve
Part Number: 5232720$14.48 MSRP: $23.93You Save: $9.45 (40%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Chevrolet Astro Lifter Assembly, Vlv (Non Afm)
Part Number: 12698945$30.10 MSRP: $49.82You Save: $19.72 (40%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Chevrolet Astro Lifter,Valve
Part Number: 5234890$43.70 MSRP: $72.34You Save: $28.64 (40%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
Chevrolet Astro LIFTER ASM-VLV
Part Number: 12721202$70.16 MSRP: $174.44You Save: $104.28 (60%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet Astro Lifter,Valve
Part Number: 17120090$36.29 MSRP: $60.07You Save: $23.78 (40%)Ships in 1 Business Day
Chevrolet Astro Lash Adjuster
Lash Adjuster: Chevrolet Astro car model comes with the Lash Adjuster which simply lifts the valves in a manner where they are closer to the camshaft for easy running of the engines and general reduction of wear. This is also known as a tappet, this component acts as a transformer of the cams rotational movement into the linear one necessary for operations of a valve. Chevrolet Astro vehicles have used many types of the Lash Adjusters such as the solid, hydraulic as well as the roller ones. Hydraulic Lash Adjusters are especially preferred in this regard because they can self adjust clearance by means of oil pressure. Roller tappets are gaining more acceptance due to the fact that they are less friction and efficient. It may be seen that the arrangement of Lash Adjuster /position and the type of the lifter may differ from one another depending on the changes in the design of automobile engines over time.
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Chevrolet Astro Lash Adjuster Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How can you isolate a noisy valve lifter and properly reinstall it in four cylinder engine on Chevrolet Astro?A: To isolate a noisy valve lash adjuster, place a length of hose or tubing near each valve while listening at the other end, or remove the Rocker Arm cover and touch each valve spring retainer with the engine idling; a defective lash adjuster will be evident from the shock felt at the retainer. The most common cause of noise is dirt trapped between the plunger and lash adjuster body. Begin by removing the rocker arm cover, then loosen both rocker arm bolts at the cylinder with the noisy lash adjuster and rotate the rocker arms away from the Pushrods. Next, remove the pushrod guides and pushrods, followed by the pushrod cover. Unscrew the locknuts on the pushrod cover studs to remove the lash adjuster guide, keeping the guides in order if multiple are removed. Lash adjuster extraction can be done with a special tool, a small magnet, or fingers on newer engines without varnish buildup; avoid using pliers unless replacing the lash adjuster. Store lash adjusters in a labeled box to ensure proper reinstallation. Clean the lash adjusters with solvent and check for wear; if the base is concave or damaged, replace the entire set. If new lash adjusters are installed, a new Camshaft must also be used, and never install used lash adjusters unless the original camshaft is reused. For roller lash adjusters, check for wear and ensure they turn freely. Used roller lash adjusters can be reinstalled with a new camshaft. When installing used lash adjusters, ensure they are placed in their original positions and coat them with moly-base grease or engine assembly lube. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the lash adjuster bores with engine oil, then install the lash adjusters with the oil orifice facing the front of the engine. Follow with the installation of the lash adjuster guides and retainers, then the pushrods, pushrod guides, rocker arms, and rocker arm retaining bolts, ensuring each pair of lash adjusters is on the base circle of the camshaft before tightening. Finally, tighten the rocker arm bolts to the specified torque and reinstall the pushrod cover and rocker arm cover.
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