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I am new here. I just bought a 2005 Titan 4x2 SE King Cab.

The maintenance manual states that a valve adjustment has to be done if the valves become noisy. That's very scientific.

I have a F150 5.4, and an Explorer 4.0 SOHC. Both have self adjusting valves. I just bought a Buell Firebolt, in part because the twin engine has hydraulic lifters. I also own KLR 650 Kawasaki and an XT350 DOHC. These two require regular valve lash work. They both use the shim system. No tool is available to keep the valves opened so I have to remove the camshafts. It is a pain.

A couple a threads here mention the valve lash situation. Has anyone dealt with this yet? I plan to purchase a service manual but in the meantime I wanna know. I realize that car valve adjustments, when needed, are far apart, but this is a rather complicated job on a DOHC 32 V8. I love the truck, and the power train is a beauty, but my pragmatic mind is shaken.

I should have done my homework. Any feedback is appreciated.