Re: [T3] generator pulley - mm wrench size?

[Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 31 May 2003 at 13:24, Russ wolfe wrote:

> All factory trained VW mechanics that I know turn the engine backwards
> when adjusting valves. That is the way VW trains them. This way, you are
> adjusting the cylinders 1-2-3-4. 

I guess if you want to do it that way that removes one advantage of the 
ratchet. I'll note that there's one more advantage to doing it your way: If 
this is your habit you'll never try to turn the engine forward when the 
distributor is out. I once had the drive gear get pushed up and jammed when I 
turned the engine over in the forward direction. I don't EVER want to go thru 
that again!

> This is why I recommend disabling (pull the coil wire) the ignition
> while adjusting valves. At least the engine won't start until you
> re-enable the ignition.

Why pull the wire? Or are you protecting yourself against someone who tries to 
turn the key when you've got your head stuck in the engine compartment?

A magneto ignition will start without power to the coil, but there's no chance 
of a spark from a Kettering ignition as long as the key is off.

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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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