thanks for the quick shipping.
I used this and wanted to give my feedback.
This was for my project, 5.3 in a 1987 Cadillac Brougham. The rear cylinders are harder to reach in my case.
This tool worked perfectly, no bending, you have to be carefu to a few things though.

1) Yes it helps to hit the springs with a socket before using the tool, this will avoid the need to compress the spring a lot until the retainer pops out.

2) When you put the spring back, you need to make sure everything stays centered around the stem of the valve otherwise you will compress too much the spring hence the bending of the tool.

3) I used the rope in the cylinder method. Sometimes if the retainer catches on the valve stem while it is being compressed, the valve might go down a bit which translates into the need of compressing the spring more so the retainer pops out.
You need to make sure the retainer won't catch on the valve`s stem.

If you are careful with these 3 things, you won't bend the tool. Also use common sens while using your wrench to compress the spring. If you feel that you need too much force to compress the spring something is not right

 

What's included in the "kit" for $60 as opposed to the "tool" for $35?

 

Are these still shipping out?

 

still being made?

 

I just got mine and I ordered it on Monday or Tuesday.
I would have felt a little better throughout the week if is known I was actually being sent one after my money went through, but it's here now and in perfect time.

 

Yes, I am still making our valve spring tools.

Ryan, glad it made it in time for you.... Its been one crazy week with work and family.

Thanks,
Tim

 

Tool in action...

 

A couple of suggestions if I may. Forgive me if they have already been talked about - I didn't real through all 45+ pages.
A spherical washer set would eliminate the worry of side loading and breaking the stud. Also, maybe a slight bend upward on the fingers to that they contact the retainer as square as possible (split the difference between completely uncompressed and compressed). It's hard to tell from the photos how "square" the fingers are contacting the retainer so that may be a non-issue.

 

Pm sent for tool

 

Pm sent for tims tool for lt1

 

Just sent payment through paypal thanks

 

Wow. I've only read the first & last few pages of this thread, but I've gotta say that I'm kind of impressed that you're still making & selling these after nearly ten years - and even more so that people have such good things to say about you/the product. Kudos to you guys!

I currently have a camshaft ready to go into my L92, but I think I'm going to get my car running, clutch broken in, etc. before I even think about swapping the camshaft - but I'm pretty sure that I'm going to be adding this to my Christmas list, just so that I can have it ready.

 

Thanks V8Rumble, and when you are ready to purchase just let me know.

Thanks,
Tim

 

Orders have been packaged and will be shipping tomorrow morning. Thanks everyone

Tim

 

Email sent From Romeo. Need ls1 compressor. Thanks

 

I sent a pm, an email, and then I found a post with your email and directions to just send $35 via Paypal.

Done. Just waiting on confirmation that it's on the way.

Pat

 

I sent my money and it showed up 2'days later. I've used it as well, no problems at all. Good product if you follow directions

 

Paypal sent.
ryan

 

I'm sorry but I can't read all 47 pages.

Has anybody used this while heads were still on the car? How hard will it be to get to the back springs on the passenger side?

I might have to get me a kit soon....

 

tnmotown,

Our tool was designed to be used when the heads are still on the car so to answer your question YES. Just follow the included instruction and you will be good to go. Make sure to grease the threaded stud really well. Any other questions just let me know.

Thanks,
Tim