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11-14-2004, 11:33 PM

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Spring tool

Is there a problem with using a normal spring tool? or using a normal spring tool break the bolts on the heads or whatever? Should I only use one specific tool for the LS1's cam swap??? Plz help... doing the swap tomorrow.

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11-15-2004, 12:43 AM

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I would stay away from the lever style tools.. They apply alot of pressure to the bolt.

The best tool by far is the Crane tool. Does to springs at a time.. The tool is simply awesome..

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11-15-2004, 12:59 AM

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i had my heads off but i used a spring compressor from sears it worked just fine not the lever style but one that sits on the spring its an ohc style

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11-15-2004, 12:59 AM

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I agree. The Crane tool rocks! Makes the job much, much easier.

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11-15-2004, 01:06 AM

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I used the Larry tool. It's just a piece of metal with a hole through, but it gets the job done.

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11-15-2004, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Z28Venom

The best tool by far is the Crane tool. Does TWO springs at a time.. The tool is simply awesome..

I agree. Sure, it costs a little more than other spring tools, but if you're gonna be doing more than 1 spring change over the life of the car then it's well worth the investment.