I was going to try that, but got turned onto this guy, "Kenneth Lively" <polepenhollow@yahoo.com> For $28 he'll send you excellent valve adjusting tools. I decided I had enough projects, sprung for the tools and was very happy happy happy. Here is the details.............
Yes, "Valve Adjusting Tools" and “Clutch Pilots” are available for the BMW 2 valve "K" engine.
“Valve Adjusting Tools” (both K75 & K100) are 2 pieces made from 3/16” Laser cut steel. Working contours are identical to factory tools. "Valve Adjusting Tools" are new, from steel, w/ instructions.
"Valve Adjusting Tools" for BMW 2 valve "K" engines are $28 S/H included.
Clutch pilots for BMW K's (both K75 & K100) are available also. New, from steel.
Clutch Pilots for BMW K's , are $18.50 S/H included.
Cashiers Check, Money Order or Personal Check are welcome.
“Pay Pal” accepted also. Please apply “Pay Pal” to:
polepenhollow@yahoo.com
And I like the shim idea. Maybe just a thread with what we got and what we need.