valve noises

1977 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO
170,000 MILES
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ELCAMI
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Hi,
In my 77 4.1 liter 6 cyl Elcamino, I have valve noises like taps (not to loud). how can solve it? should I open the valves cover and tune the screws until no ticking anymore or there is better way? is it the right way to do it?

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Jun 26, 2012 at 10:28 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Yes, try to adjust them first.
Jun 26, 2012 at 11:07 AM
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ELCAMI
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by adjusting the screws over the top of valve? (like in picture)
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Jun 26, 2012 at 2:08 PM
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