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Title: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: Mandres on March 23, 2006, 12:03:56 PM

I found the thread in the FAQ section but I don't have the right tools to cut and shape the pipe. Does anyone have a spring compressor lying around I could borrow for few days. I'll cover all shipping costs of course.

Thanks,

-M

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Title: Re: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: Blueknyt on March 24, 2006, 08:46:18 PM

I used an old spark plug socket and ground a channel just big enough to get to the keepers once commpressed. didnt even weld it to the Clamp but its a wise idea to have it done.

Title: Re: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: KYGS500E on March 24, 2006, 09:46:38 PM

if there is an advanced or discount autoparts store near you they rent them out... you'll have to make it work some but they have it.... thats what i used... if you need more help let me know

austin

Title: Re: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: Wrecent_Wryder on March 25, 2006, 02:01:58 AM

Title: Re: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: Blueknyt on March 25, 2006, 09:41:30 PM

ok, the lever type that uses the rocker stud as the fulcrum point and compressed air in the cyl to hold the valves inplace will NOT work in this case. only the clamp type or home made / adapted clamp type will work.

Title: Re: Does anybody have a valve spring compressor I could borrow?
Post by: Wrecent_Wryder on March 26, 2006, 05:09:30 AM

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