Re: [T3] Severe engine problems...?

["Dave Hall" <dave@hallvw.clara.co.uk>]

 >  I am going to check the valve clearance again when I wake up
> tomorrow and I will also check for any notches, etc. on #3. Unless this
> notch you saw was something you had to pull the valve out to check for.

You can only see it with the head off - the edge of the valve head splits and
prevents it sealing - it's a form of burnt valve.  If you can check the
compression, it will be obvious if this is your problem.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3 & 4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.co.uk/
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