6. CYLINDER HEAD/VALVES STRYKER 125/150 After lapping, wash all residuals off the cylinder head and valves. · When lapping, use a light pressure and Contact too Low avoid damaging the valve seat due to forcedly lapping. · Use care not to allow emery powder to Old Seat Width enter the valve stem and guide. After refacing and lapping, apply red lead to the 45° valve seat to make sure that the center of the valve contact face is even. CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY Stem Seal Lubricate each valve stem with engine oil and insert the valves into the valve guides. Apply engine oil to the valve stem seals and install them into the valve guides. Be sure to install new valve stem seals. Valve Stem Install the valve spring seats, washers, inner and outer springs, and retainers. Valve Spring Compressor Compress the valve springs using the valve spring compressor, then install the valve cotters. · Use the valve spring compressor to compress the springs and do not damage the cylinder head surface. · Install the cotters with the pointed ends facing down. Special Valve Spring Compressor Valve Spring Compressor Attachment Valve Spring Compressor Attachment 6-14