Funds are low.. I'm building my LS vtec.. and I'm installing valve springs and keepers with basic tools.. It's a B*tch obviously.. anyone have a tool to do this easier that lives local here in bremerton??? it would be a big help!!!
thanks in advance

Doug
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Make a valve spring compressor out of a big C clamp. Attach a slotted socket to the end to access the keepers. Cheap and works just fine.

Use a pocket screwdriver with a dab of grease to hold the keepers until they fit in the groove.

 

^ yep I did the same thing. Worked pretty well but you need to take your time. I also have the right tool for this job. Bought it from eBay back in 05. I can sell it to you cuz I no longer need it

 

ruben, where are you located and how much do you want for it?

I rented a spring compressor, and it didn't fit in the head.. I do have a clamp big enough but I don't have any slotted sockets, got a pic of that setup? I have 1/2 done, now I'm down to the double springs and it's a bit harder then the previous side of the head ya know?!?! lol.. nice to meet you guys too btw!

 

http://www.euroexportinc.com/product...ducts_id=44427

you can make this in about 30 minutes. i made about 4 of them a few years ago.

 

the typical spring compressors wont work as there isnt enough room to get down there on the valvesprings. I bought the snap-on overhead valve spring compressor. its like $150 but after lookin at it could be made for fairly cheap. http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....&group_ID=1575

 

thanks a million guys!