2mm lift test per the FSM and the several available online writeups, using a dial indicator on the cylinder 1 intake valve.

That's the preferred method, right?

It's my understanding that attempting to line up timing marks on the camshaft is only applicable to new engines and/or new timing chains.


Incidentally, I just ran out to the garage and went through the test again. I got an identical measurement. Unless I'm mistaken, I'm well within spec and good to go.

I know that there's the possibility that there's an offset woodruff key in there, but for now, I'm not likely to worry about that.