I found that general engine smoothness improved after adjusting the valves. The nature of the clatter changed, and there was less of a metallic edge to the sound at idle.

A system of paint dots on the various linkage arms will save a lot of guessing later.

My car is garaged over night and temperatures here in the Northwest have been mild so far, so I don't notice a lot of difference in starting. My car starts extremely quickly whether hot or cold.

The offset wrenches can be purchased economically on eBay.

Kevin

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'85 300SD