The third option is to insert an offset key. Mercedes used to sell them. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of John Berryman Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 8:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM617 chain stretch On Jan 17, 2006, at 7:30 PM, Loren Faeth wrote: > Has anyone got a link to the instructions on measuring valve timing > on the > OM 617 300D? I need to send instructions to someone, and i don't > want to > type it all out. > How's this: Remove valve cover, line-up marks on cam sprocket and front bearing tower, read scale on front damper. This is to check chain stretch but will tell you if valves are in time. The only way to change timing of the valves is to set the sprockets in the wrong position or change a worn chain. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am _______________________________________ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net