valve clearance on chinese diesel

[KellyR]

I've got a JD R180A with a manual in Chinese.  I haven't been able to find a translation anyplace and can't figure out what the valve clearance is supposed to be.  After sitting on this for a year, I want to get this back up and running.  Thanks for any info.

Kelly

[Petersbpus]

Kelly,
I also have a R180 project on hold while others have taken priority,
I went and dug out my manual, OH OH all in Chineese
I could check the current clearances, It has been well broken in but never touched the valve adjustments.
my 1115 is Intake .035 exhaust .045.  I would venture a guess  on the 180,,,.
any difference would be a factor of the total length of the push rods and valve stems
so maybe .025 and .035 ? just be sure at full temp there is still clearance.
Bob P

[KellyR]

Thanks Bob.  I'll try those clearances and see how it works.   I've still got a fair bit to do until I can try running it.  There's a new stand on the way (painted bright red) and I need to figure out the cooling situation.  I've got a 30 gallon water heater that I need to strip to the bare tank and ad hoses to, not to mention decide how best to keep it upright.  We'll see!

Kelly

[mobile_bob]

the changfa s195 has the following specs

.016" inlet
.019"exhaust

i would expect the 180 series to be a bit less

maybe
.014" intake
.016" exhaust
is probably very close to spec, certainly close enough for the girls i run with

bob g