lifters need adjusting?

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josephg15
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Car: 1992 240sx

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does anyone know if i am supposed to give my engine a valve adjust or is it self adjusting? i have a sr20det red top in my 240sx....and if so what are the specs? thanks

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rogoman
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Joined: Fri Feb 17, 2006 5:44 pm
Car: 1991 240SX FB
2012 Altima 2.5 S

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The SR20DET uses hydraulic lifters so they are self adjusting.
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Q45tech
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Joined: Tue Apr 30, 2002 3:19 am
Car: 1990 Q45 342,400 miles 22 years ownership with original engine
1995 G20t 5 speed 334,000 miles 16" 2002 wheels - 205/50/16 Sr20ve vvl

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Wear from not changing oil every 90 days [small sump].

BG Quick Clean for engines proceedure can do wonders for HLA noise unless abused too long.

Pull valve cover and examine for sludge and cam wear [ABUSE].
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180fan
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Joined: Sat Dec 14, 2002 12:16 pm
Car: 89 fastback

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Yep, the HLA's are self adjusting on the SR20DET. Gettin noise up top?
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