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Cummins/Onan GS-107-AC — Adjusting valve clearance

Adjustments · Cylinder head

For the Cummins/Onan GS-107-AC, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.

Applies to: Hol-Gar GS-107-AC, Cummins/Onan J120-S/967F engine

Procedure

  1. Check clearance with engine at room temperature (about 70 F).
  2. Turn flywheel so cylinder is 10 degrees past TDC of compression stroke.
  3. Adjust clearance with the self-locking nut.
  4. Set intake clearance to 0.012 inch and exhaust to 0.015 inch.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Intake 0.012 in
  • Exhaust 0.015 in

Full service-parts list: Hol-Gar GS-107-AC →

Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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