Q: Is there a way to install valvesprings & retainer without removing the head?

 

yes... search, its been covered several times

 

Dude, omg, start by taking the valve cover off, after you do that, it should be pretty obvious..

 

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You obviously have not done it if it is so obvious. Do you even know which way the valves sit?

Anyway, vsbb6, You will need to make a tool to keep the valves from dropping in or use compressed air in the chamber to keep them up. really try a search.

 

I used the Snap On OHC valve spring compressor with 30psi in the chamber. The job was very easy as long as you don't drop the valve locks.

 

Yup, use the air method.

And here's a freebie tip:

- When reinstalling the springs, you will have the springs compressed and you'll be trying to put those two little retainer things on the end of the valve. It is MUCH easier if you take just a dab of Vaseline and put it on the end of the valve so the little retainers will stick to it until you decompress the spring. Otherwise, you better have a long-reach magnet and a lot of patience!