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T3 1.6 TD JX - sourcing valve lash shims
Posted: 26 Oct 2015, 01:03
by epowell
Hi Everyone,
...very soon I will be attempting to set the valve lash adjustments on my T3 JX engine... I intend to first measure the valve clearances, then order the needed shims.
Does anyone know what these shims are officially called, and where to get them?
Big Thanks!
Ed
Re: T3 1.6 TD JX - sourcing valve lash shims
Posted: 26 Oct 2015, 03:52
by clift_d
On the Brickwerks site they're listed as
'Valve clearance adjusting shims'.
Re: T3 1.6 TD JX - sourcing valve lash shims
Posted: 26 Oct 2015, 06:12
by epowell
AHA! SUPER!
...and the great thing is they are sold individually! ...and price is good so shipping and duty to Czech will be minimal.
I was beginning to consider making my own shims, but these look better - THANKS!
Re: T3 1.6 TD JX - sourcing valve lash shims
Posted: 26 Oct 2015, 10:35
by dave friday
I got my shims from the engine reconditioning shop!
Re: T3 1.6 TD JX - sourcing valve lash shims
Posted: 26 Oct 2015, 17:14
by epowell
dave friday wrote:I got my shims from the engine reconditioning shop!
yes... that is not a bad idea --- as far as I know these VW SHIMS are universal for a wide range of VW's (perhaps other cars also?) - and there are plenty of garages around where I live... I will only need a few shims, probably about 5, so likely I could get them cheaper and quicker by just asking some local VW engine shop! Great Idea!