Cliff

It absolutely amazes me how much disinformation is given out by supposed professionals, who do this day in and day out for a living.

If the Pipe is 1 1/4" Diameter, how thick are the walls to engage the top of the Spring, how long is the pipe, and how far up were the cutouts (just one or one on each side)? What is the overall length of the Flat Iron Blade? I understand it was bent 3" from the end. How far in was the 1/2 hole? What is the diameter of the Valve Stems and Valve Guides?

With 151,000 Kilometers, on the Odometer, is it very likely the guides are worn?

I find it strange that the car only began to smoke AFTER the Volvo Dealership adjusted the Valve Clearances. My only explanation is that it created more vacuum , drawing oil past the seals, unless the Mechanic damaged or dislocated the seal(s).

After reading your write-up, I am absolutely confident I can do it myself. Thanks.

Any additional information and answers to my questions will be appreciated.