changing head gasket

  1. Newbie Joined: May 2010 Posts: 1
    #1
    i have a 2001 saxo vtr, and have just replaced the head gasket. after refitting camshaft and retentioned timing belt when hand rotating camshaft i noticed the 3rd valve/rockerarm? from the left is pinging up in a rapid movement. all other valves working as they should be. it didnt do this yesterday. please help!!
  2. Established Member Joined: Apr 2009 Redcar Posts: 1971 2000 Posi Blue vtr
    #2
    It only follows the profile of the cam and can not ping unless it is sticking then releasing under the valve spring pressure. Don't worry, long as the timing is right you can't go wrong,