A friend of mine had a cheap and simple valve removal tool. He used a
drill press with a fitting made out of a 3/4 or 1 inch brass pipe union that
had been cut up a bit with a hacksaw for access to the keepers. The drill
chuck matched up with the union, as did the top of the valve spring keeper.
The drill press provided the mechanical leverage. It all worked very
smoothly.
Bill Brewer
1960 TR3A TS72747LO
Date: Mon, 20 May 2002 17:08:58 -0700
From: Darrell Walker <darrellw@inetarena.com>
Subject: Valve spring compressor recommendation wanted
Does anyone have a recommendation for a good valve spring compressor? I've
tried the "overhead" style, but they don't seem to be able to compress
enough (and I'm not sure how they work with multiple springs), and I have a
"C" clamp type (with a lever, not a threaded clamp) from Sears that just
flexes when trying to compress (are TR springs that stiff)? Some parts
places have a lever type, but it looks like they would only work with
"American" style valves (need the rocker stud).
Any help appreciated!
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Darrell Walker
66 TR4A IRS
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