<VV> Valve Spring Tool

[Roger Gault]

I use a large C-clamp and a 1/2" wide piece of 1/16" strap bent in a "U".
The "U" is about an inch tall and 3/4 wide.  The open end of the "U" goes
against the spring retainer to depress the spring.  The C-clamp goes against
the valve head on one side and the bottom of the "U" on the other.  The
keeper can be removed or replaced through the sides of the "U".
Yes, it's sort of a pain.  But then, I don't do it very often.

Roger

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ron" <ronh at owt.com>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Wednesday, August 09, 2006 11:54 PM
Subject: <VV> Valve Spring Tool


Does any vendor sell a valve spring compressor that fits the Corvair head
and is economical enough for home use?  I'm surprised that Clark's doesn't
list anything and The Underground lists one that they don't have.  Does
anyone have any suggestions for one from one of the many tool suppliers on
the internet?

RonH
(pulling a Rampside head)
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