Retainer Clearance Calculator

Calculate retainer to seal clearance at maximum lift

Measurements (inches)

Valve Guide Height Above Spring Seat

Seal Height Above Guide

Retainer Bottom Thickness

Installed Spring Height

Maximum Valve Lift

Clearance at Max Lift

0.090"

Acceptable - Monitor closely

Position Analysis

Seal Top Height0.980"

Retainer at Rest1.620"

Retainer at Max Lift1.070"

Safe Max Lift0.590"

Recommendation

Adequate for most applications