Valve Spring Compressor HELP
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Valve Spring Compressor HELP
HELP! does anyone have a valve spring compressor that theyd be willing to let me borrow in NJ? or does anyone know where i could buy a good one locally? i have a cheap harbor freight one that wont work on my duel springs and i need a good tool. i have the project already started so im trying to find something local by tomorrow or sunday. any help would be greatly appreciated!
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I borrowed this from a friend http://www.summitracing.com/parts/WMR-W89409/ and it worked like a champ. KD tools make one similar for $8 cheaper. Don't get a flimsy one. For double springs you need one that they use for diesels and such. Took me 15 min to install them.
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I just use a crowbar type valve spring compressor from o'reilys. Its like $10.
I just use a water pump bolt with wd-40 on it and a 3/4 shallow socket as a spacer between said tool and bolt with flat washer. Works like a charm. Just put a rag between tool and gasket face of the head to keep from knicking it up. Hope this helps.
I just use a water pump bolt with wd-40 on it and a 3/4 shallow socket as a spacer between said tool and bolt with flat washer. Works like a charm. Just put a rag between tool and gasket face of the head to keep from knicking it up. Hope this helps.
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I used in car. You cut the handle off. Leave about 3 or 4 inches.
Worked no problems. There are easier tools that make the job faster. I just didn't want to spend $100 on a tool. Good luck.
Worked no problems. There are easier tools that make the job faster. I just didn't want to spend $100 on a tool. Good luck.