In a message dated 2/4/02 7:05:53 AM Eastern Standard Time,
suhring@lancnews.infi.net writes:
<< I got a
compressor that has 2 legs that attach to the spring and then you
screw down the center piece that is supposed to compress the
springs. This "pulls up" the springs rather than compressing them. >>
Block the head up so a opening valve cannot contact the bench.
Take a piece of ~ 1 1/4" dia pipe or deep well socket place it on the valve
retainer, then strike the pipe with a hammer.
Hit hard enough to jar the valve keepers/cotters but not hard enough to
unspring the whole assembly. (Over time the tapers of the keepers and
retainers become stuck.)
Then use the screw type compressor to remove. The lever type is more for a
on the engine repair using air to prevent the valve from dropping.
After the spring is off, check the tip ( rocker side) for any sharp edges
that would scrape the guide. Use a file to dress the edges.
Harold
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