What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using?
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What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using?
Just like the title says. What kind are you using? How much did you pay and where did you get it?
I have used mostly the impact type spring installation tools once the head has been removed from the vehicle. I need to do a couple of cars where the owner doesnt want to remove the head. I know I need to compress air into the cylinder and use the tool to remove the keepers, springs, etc.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
EVIL
I have used mostly the impact type spring installation tools once the head has been removed from the vehicle. I need to do a couple of cars where the owner doesnt want to remove the head. I know I need to compress air into the cylinder and use the tool to remove the keepers, springs, etc.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (Evil DOHC)
http://www.northerntool.com has a nice one.
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (Kwuaymaikrup)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Kwuaymaikrup »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> http://www.northerntool.com has a nice one.</TD></TR></TABLE>
are you talking about this one?
http://www.northerntool.com/we...yId=0
are you talking about this one?
http://www.northerntool.com/we...yId=0
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (smokey2.0)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by smokey2.0 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
are you talking about this one?
http://www.northerntool.com/we...yId=0 </TD></TR></TABLE>
snap on looks the same... i have the snap on one and have no complaints here... any other type of compressers iv used i havent liked
are you talking about this one?
http://www.northerntool.com/we...yId=0 </TD></TR></TABLE>
snap on looks the same... i have the snap on one and have no complaints here... any other type of compressers iv used i havent liked
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (ek9t)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ek9t »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
snap on looks the same... i have the snap on one and have no complaints here... any other type of compressers iv used i havent liked</TD></TR></TABLE>
i do have one from mac tools, it works good with the OEM stuff but not the aftermarket springs! i'm going to buy one of those spring compressor, from northen tools
snap on looks the same... i have the snap on one and have no complaints here... any other type of compressers iv used i havent liked</TD></TR></TABLE>
i do have one from mac tools, it works good with the OEM stuff but not the aftermarket springs! i'm going to buy one of those spring compressor, from northen tools
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (smokey2.0)
The one I use is the Snap-On CF-700...THE BOMB....
Soon to come...THE BETTER BOMB.... Goodson CF-3000B
Pneumatic the only way to fly !! Just remember to get the adapter pieces from Honda !!
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Soon to come...THE BETTER BOMB.... Goodson CF-3000B
Pneumatic the only way to fly !! Just remember to get the adapter pieces from Honda !!
Modified by lightning at 11:40 AM 12/5/2003
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (smokey2.0)
If I remember correctly it was about $300 plus $30-40 for the Honda adapters. The Goodson is about $1K but it is lightweight billet construction with a foot-pedal option...
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (Kwuaymaikrup)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Kwuaymaikrup »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> We also have my personal favorite. The $13 Home depot special.
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almost like mine..lol
</TD></TR></TABLE> almost like mine..lol
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (Emerika)
here's two that I've had to make to get install the stiffest springs in the world, EF1's. This one is for when they're in the head, it requires three people, one to lean on each end of an extension bar and push, the other to put the keepers in. Anyone that's had to do the EF1's knows what i'm talking about!!!
and this is one I made the other day! best tool i've made yet. It's a one man tool, even w/ the EF1's!!! I was actually surprised at how easy it is to do. The last pic i took while pushing with one hand and taking the pic w/ the other! granted they are stock springs here but even the ef1's can be done by a single man!!!
and this is one I made the other day! best tool i've made yet. It's a one man tool, even w/ the EF1's!!! I was actually surprised at how easy it is to do. The last pic i took while pushing with one hand and taking the pic w/ the other! granted they are stock springs here but even the ef1's can be done by a single man!!!
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (RenoRacing)
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and this is one I made the other day! best tool i've made yet. It's a one man tool, even w/ the EF1's!!! I was actually surprised at how easy it is to do. The last pic i took while pushing with one hand and taking the pic w/ the other! granted they are stock springs here but even the ef1's can be done by a single man!!!
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you should get some of those made, or get some drawing done and sell them to people! i was actually looking at the ef1's springs and retainers, and saw the picture of them next to the skunk2's and the stock ones and wondered how the hell i was going to compress those
and this is one I made the other day! best tool i've made yet. It's a one man tool, even w/ the EF1's!!! I was actually surprised at how easy it is to do. The last pic i took while pushing with one hand and taking the pic w/ the other! granted they are stock springs here but even the ef1's can be done by a single man!!!
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you should get some of those made, or get some drawing done and sell them to people! i was actually looking at the ef1's springs and retainers, and saw the picture of them next to the skunk2's and the stock ones and wondered how the hell i was going to compress those
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (kwik92hb)
I thought about making a few, just the metal parts that could be bolted down or clamped down to any work bench or piece of wood. Maybe this weekend if i'm bored. whos down! 
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (RenoRacing)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by RenoRacing »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I thought about making a few, just the metal parts that could be bolted down or clamped down to any work bench or piece of wood. Maybe this weekend if i'm bored. whos down! </TD></TR></TABLE>
count me in! it shouldn't cost much, materials plus welding! let me know!
</TD></TR></TABLE>count me in! it shouldn't cost much, materials plus welding! let me know!
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (kwik92hb)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by kwik92hb »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">the snap on ones rules and was only like 180 to 200 </TD></TR></TABLE> Yep and MUCH easier to use than the "manual" types.
</TD></TR></TABLE> Yep and MUCH easier to use than the "manual" types.
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (lightning)
i know you guys like to have the right tool for the job.but i made my own
and it only cost me a old spark plug socket i had and a extension.i cut a section out of the socket and welded a extension on it and put a pistol like grip handle on it.but here is the trick.put the valve locks in the retainer first put it down on the spring,now put the tool down on the spring,next put your finger over the valve locks and press down.don't force them with your finger just let them slide in,but keep your finger over them just so they don't pop out.then when they lock,tap them on top just tomake sure they are locked in.I HAVN'T FOUND A SET I CAIN'T PUT IN YET.now i have had some that were a bitch but i can put 16 in around 30 min or less.if i knew how to down load the pic i would be glad to post it.
THE ONLY THING REQUIRED IS A LITTLE STRENGHT.
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and it only cost me a old spark plug socket i had and a extension.i cut a section out of the socket and welded a extension on it and put a pistol like grip handle on it.but here is the trick.put the valve locks in the retainer first put it down on the spring,now put the tool down on the spring,next put your finger over the valve locks and press down.don't force them with your finger just let them slide in,but keep your finger over them just so they don't pop out.then when they lock,tap them on top just tomake sure they are locked in.I HAVN'T FOUND A SET I CAIN'T PUT IN YET.now i have had some that were a bitch but i can put 16 in around 30 min or less.if i knew how to down load the pic i would be glad to post it.
THE ONLY THING REQUIRED IS A LITTLE STRENGHT.
THINGS FOR SALE
FULLY BUILT H22 W/TURBO AND HONDATA STAGE 4 STAND ALONE WITH ALL THE OPTIONS.THIS SET UP MADE 275 HP 215 TQ @7PSI,LV # IF INTERESTED.
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Re: What type of valve spring compressors is everybody using? (1700anddroping)
I HAVN'T FOUND A SET I CAIN'T PUT IN YET
Just curious if you've tried EF1 springs yet??? If not, there is your enemy! I've personally done Crowers, Skunks, Type R, and Portflows all w/ just a simple pushing tool. That Is nearly impossible to do w/ the ef1's. Not joking at all man! They are insane!
Just curious if you've tried EF1 springs yet??? If not, there is your enemy! I've personally done Crowers, Skunks, Type R, and Portflows all w/ just a simple pushing tool. That Is nearly impossible to do w/ the ef1's. Not joking at all man! They are insane!