Fmiser <fmi...@gmail.com> writes: > Check the timing. Most likely you can then ignore it until the > chain stretch changes noticeably. Check the chain at least once > a year (in the autumn) when adjusting the valve lash. If you > put lots of miles on the engine, valve lash might be needed more > than once a year.
I do normally check the stretch when I do valves, though I may have skipped it last time. I'll be doing them again in the next month or two. Last time I checked stretch it was less than 1 degree. Allan -- 1983 300D _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com