The PAT WS6

iTrader: (14)

got a few questions before i tear into this. im goin by the ls1howto.com thread on how to do this. im gonna use the magnet trick pen to hold up the lifters install of the jrp tool cus its just to much. and as far as the valve spring compressor i got the flat manual thing from orielys to compress each one, im obvisously gonna cut it to make it fit, ive heard of this breakin off in the rocker bolt spot tho? should i worry about it or just get the MORE tool.
thanks again.

melchoir

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There's a "Tim's Tool" I believe that works pretty well from someone on the forum.

98RedZone

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You can use 5/16" wooden dowel rod instead of the JRP tool. I used the crane valve spring tool. I think you might have a hell of a time with the flat style.

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sroach20

iTrader: (31)

get the tool from the guy on here. i dont remember who it is but you use the tool with a ratchet to compress the springs.

5_02ls1

iTrader: (20)

its on the tool section i ordered mine the other night 30 bucks shipped

White_Ls1

I used two 5/16 metal dowles from lowes bent the ends and then cut them off 17-3/4" to 18" from the inner bend(they are supposed to clear by a good 1 to 1-1/2 inch but I cut mine longer just to be sure). I did have to d-shape the passenger side(with a dremel) to fit, I also used oil on them before use just to be safe, they worked great. Good luck -Dave

eallanboggs

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If you're going to spend money on a spring tool do it right the first time and buy the vinci/crane tool. It costs 3 times as much as the Tim's tool, but it does 2 at a time. I bought the Tim's tool first and there is nothing wrong with it if you have the time to remove 16 springs and then install 16 new ones. The Crane tool does two at a time which is a significant time sayings if you don't mind spending $100.00 plus shipping for a spring tool.

98RedZone

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I can send you my crane if you want to use it.

The PAT WS6

iTrader: (14)

i really do appreciate it man but i am gettin it from a local speed shop. worst case i will have to get yours.
thanks guys/

The PAT WS6

iTrader: (14)

i will just go with the metal dowel rods. but how do i go about makin it into a D shape. do i have to cut the entire thing to like a D.???? or just the tip

thanks guys.

kyles2000z

iTrader: (8)

you dont have to make them a D shape. just get a 4 ft. piece, and cut it in half. with each piece being 2 ft. long, the whole piece wont fit in and get stuck.

68chevypu

iTrader: (18)

sorry to hijack but those that have used 5/16th rod, is it ok to use wooden dowel or is metal better? I dont want them to splinter or anything and leave wood chips in the engine.

98RedZone

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I used wood with no problems. I sanded a radius on the end so it wouldn't catch on anything.

The PAT WS6

iTrader: (14)

i didnt get the end of it. are u sticking the the 5/16 or what?

kyles2000z

iTrader: (8)

i wa sayin you dont have to bend the ends, just make sure each piece is 2 ft long and they'll still stick out of the frontside when they are in all the way. makes them easier to pull out and they wont get stuck. yes....5/16.

Full-Force

iTrader: (11)

wooden dowels are fine ... mine has been used 3 or 4 times and they are still smooth ... they are fine

heck with them magnets, thats ghetto and anybody that would spend money on that jrp tool is nuts

orangeapeel

iTrader: (18)

Magnets suck. I have done it both ways, but the tips can come off easily because they are just glued on.

delsold

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i just did mine this weekend and used 5/16th wooden dowels. cut them to about 22 inches, and used a dremel with sanding barrel to flaten the passenger side one down a little on one side. I also used the crane tool which i HIGHLY recommend.

orangeapeel

iTrader: (18)

I have used 5/16's brake line and it worked like a charm as well.

98mysticZ

iTrader: (11)

i just spun the cam i know its hit or miss but it worked hell i even had 120k on the clock.... and i used a custom tool from a friend for the springs