valve cracking

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• cracking — [1] The action of opening a valve slightly and then closing the valve immediately. [2] forming of cracks for instance in the sidewalls of a tire because of the hardening of the rubber or in paintwork because of weathering. Also see heat cracking… …   Dictionary of automotive terms

• cracking a valve — Opening a valve a small amount …   Dictionary of automotive terms

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