Cub Cadet 7360SS, Service Manual

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3.Valve spring installation
Install the valve spring with the white
enameled end up.
4.Valve block installation
Put compression on the valve spring with a
valve lifter and install the block in position on
the valve top.
Do not put excessive compression on the
valve spring. This can cause the retainer to
hit and damage the stem seal.
5.Cylinder head gasket installation
(1)Thoroughly clean the top faces of the
cylinder block and pistons.
(2)Install two guide bolts (M10x1.25)in
the bolt holes in the cylinder block.
(3)Put new cylinder head gasket in position
on the cylinder block, making sure the
guide bolts are all in alignment with their
respective holes in the gasket.
Do not use any gasket adhesive or other
substances on the top face of the cylinder
block.
6.Cylinder head installation
Put the cylinder head in position on the
cylinder block, making sure the guide bolts are
all in alignment with their respective bolt holes
in the head.