Valve spring removing tools
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Valve spring removing tools
Guys,
what type of valve spring removing tool do I need to pull the springs on a 360 FE.
I dont want to take the heads off to do it and Ive seen a bunch of tools at summit but they all use the rocker stud for leverage, and all out rockers are on a single bar ....
anyone got any wise ideas ???
EDGE
what type of valve spring removing tool do I need to pull the springs on a 360 FE.
I dont want to take the heads off to do it and Ive seen a bunch of tools at summit but they all use the rocker stud for leverage, and all out rockers are on a single bar ....
anyone got any wise ideas ???
EDGE
Last edited by Edge Motorsport; Mar 24, 2005 at 09:06 AM.
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Originally Posted by Edge Motorsport
Guys,
what type of valve spring removing tool do I need to pull the springs on a 360 FE.
I dont want to take the heads off to do it and Ive seen a bunch of tools at summit but they all use the rocker stud for leverage, and all out rockers are on a single bar ....
anyone got any wise ideas ???
EDGE
what type of valve spring removing tool do I need to pull the springs on a 360 FE.
I dont want to take the heads off to do it and Ive seen a bunch of tools at summit but they all use the rocker stud for leverage, and all out rockers are on a single bar ....
anyone got any wise ideas ???
EDGE
Russ
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but dude... pulling the heads is a PITA and ive already got the spark plug hole adapter for the air line.... whats this air spring tool ?????
damnit... this is getting really expensive.... now i need another set of head gaskets.....
EDGE
damnit... this is getting really expensive.... now i need another set of head gaskets.....
EDGE
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Awwwww!!! Life aint cheap when your talking Performance!!!! A Valve spring air compressor...is about $30..there not that bad....And Before you use the spring compressor...use a dead blow or a rubber mallet..and smack the top of the Valve springs in the center once or twice to loosen up the keepers from the Valve stems!!
It save from trying to pick them away from the stem once you have compressed the Valve!!
Good Luck!!
Russ
It save from trying to pick them away from the stem once you have compressed the Valve!!
Good Luck!!
Russ
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Funny I literally just finished this job myself 2 days ago here's what I did remove spark plugs crank engine by hand till piston was TDC then crammed with rope held everything in place nicly but it was time consuming. As for the tool I got one at Autozone for 15 bucks looks like a claw but it is a pieace of sh** but it did get the job done. Anyhow good luck and just relax and take your time.
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The Autozone tool is brand OEM part number 25220 like I said it's junk but it was only 15 bucks and they do rent it as well..it did get the job done.
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Russ what spring compressor did you buy? $30 is pretty good and will it work on the dual springs w/dampner? I've tried the store bought POS ones but no good for dual springs. Other than spending $150+ on a good one the air tool sounds like the way to go. Thanks, G.
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Originally Posted by FFR428
Russ what spring compressor did you buy? $30 is pretty good and will it work on the dual springs w/dampner? I've tried the store bought POS ones but no good for dual springs. Other than spending $150+ on a good one the air tool sounds like the way to go. Thanks, G.
The claw type are junk! Sears sells a $20 c clamp thats works great on mild springs. As for dual springs I am still looking and i plan on $150 for one too. I would really like to get the ones that plug into the air compressor cause they are slick as crap.
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Originally Posted by fordeverpower
The claw type are junk! Sears sells a $20 c clamp thats works great on mild springs. As for dual springs I am still looking and i plan on $150 for one too. I would really like to get the ones that plug into the air compressor cause they are slick as crap.
Check around some local garage's or some Mechanics at Dealers..possibly get a used one from them??
I got mine about a year ago..wasnt even looking for one..stoped at a pawn shop looking at there guns.....Saw the Air powered Valve spring compressor and A 1/2 drive Snap-on Torque Wrench,and a 1/2" drive S/K Air Impact..All for $100
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I've used this kind
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I use an old rocker shaft and stands without the rockers and springs. You could just remove the rockers and springs in the area that you're working in. I attach the shaft and hook the hooks over the shaft, align the foot end of the compressor on top of the valve retainer and press, remove the locks and retainer and you're there. Of course you used the air line in the spark plug hole to hold the valve.
[/IMG] I use an old rocker shaft and stands without the rockers and springs. You could just remove the rockers and springs in the area that you're working in. I attach the shaft and hook the hooks over the shaft, align the foot end of the compressor on top of the valve retainer and press, remove the locks and retainer and you're there. Of course you used the air line in the spark plug hole to hold the valve.
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You're in the UK?
Here is a place that sells the above shown spring compressor http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/Merchant.../ns-yf6225.jpg
http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/
http://www.fine-tools.co.uk/
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