Will valve adjustment fix burning oil?
Adjusting your valves probably will not improve the oil consumption, but at 180K miles, you should get it done (or do it yourself, it’s not hard), just to prevent other problems. Oil consumption is caused by worn piston rings and/or worn valve guides and seals.
When do you need to do a valve job?
Answer: A valve job is removing the cylinder head(s) from the engine so the valves, guides and seats can be refurbished to restore compression and oil control. A valve job may be necessary by the time an engine has 80,000 or more miles on it, or to fix a “burned valve,” compression or oil burning…
What do you need to know about exhaust valve jobs?
Exhaust valves and springs often need to be replaced. Valve guides and/or seats may have to be replaced. The head may be warped or cracked, requiring additional repairs. The list of things included in a “complete” valve job will vary from job to job.
When is it necessary to replace a valve head?
The spring retainers, keepers and other hardware is likewise inspected. Any worn or damaged components are replaced. New valve guide seals are always used. The valves are then installed in the head and shimmed to restore proper valve height. This is necessary because machining the valves and seat alters their dimensions.
Can a partially burnt valve affect fuel economy?
A partially burnt valve will be difficult to notice but will produce anomalies in the fuel economy.
Answer: A valve job is removing the cylinder head(s) from the engine so the valves, guides and seats can be refurbished to restore compression and oil control. A valve job may be necessary by the time an engine has 80,000 or more miles on it, or to fix a “burned valve,” compression or oil burning…
Exhaust valves and springs often need to be replaced. Valve guides and/or seats may have to be replaced. The head may be warped or cracked, requiring additional repairs. The list of things included in a “complete” valve job will vary from job to job.
The spring retainers, keepers and other hardware is likewise inspected. Any worn or damaged components are replaced. New valve guide seals are always used. The valves are then installed in the head and shimmed to restore proper valve height. This is necessary because machining the valves and seat alters their dimensions.
A partially burnt valve will be difficult to notice but will produce anomalies in the fuel economy.