Austin Seven Valves

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Austin Seven Valve Set (This set from a 1935 Ruby)

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Austin Seven Valves (late model "pin" style shown on the left)

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Austin Seven Tulip Valve (Unknown History)

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Austin Seven Tulip Valve - close up view (Unknown History)

Photographs by Bruce White - January 2000

A number of views have been expressed over the years as to the correct tappet clearances for a standard Austin Seven.

I have chosen to use .006 on inlet valves and .007 on exhaust valves when adjusting tappets.