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And certainly not a 911 engine while adjusting valves. (I suppose I should have been more clear, as a hydraulic OHV "domestic" engine is adjusted with the engine running. Just use those splash shields!)
It was an older Opel in Europe. We just used cardboard for shields. At least the engine compartment didn't rust. You got quick at adjusting them.