tappet

For all you mechanics out there, what is the best way to identify the tappet that I am hearing???

 

On the 225V6 I remove the valve cover to the noisy side and with the engine running at idle, I hold the rubber handle of a hammer on the rocker tip over the push-rod and push down. That keeps the slack tight and will quiet the culprit. You won't be splashed with oil. It's not a chevy.

 

Sorry, forgot to mention 134 F head

 

Yep only had your profile to go by and it said Dauntless. Can't help on the 134.....

 

Side valve cover in block. You might need some tappet wrenches to adjust the lash. you're also going to need a feeler gauge to adjust. You really need the FSM and read how to do it. I havent done this in almost 20 years. As I recall, you can do it without the engine running. Turn the crank adjust one, turn some more adjust another, etc. they also rote 1/4 turn every time.

I am sure there are guys on here who can explain this process better.