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Heavy Duty Valve Spring Removal Tool (Valve Spring Compressor), Type 1 Based Engines, Purchase
Heavy Duty Valve Spring Removal Tool (Valve Spring Compressor), Type 1 Based Engines, Purchase
Both sizes of inserts are shown in photo, but only ONE insert size is included in the base price. Or you can upgrade to have both sizes included.
  

Heavy Duty Valve Spring Removal Tool (Valve Spring Compressor), Type 1 Based Engines, Purchase is a professional grade tool which allows you to remove the valve springs WITHOUT engine dis-assembly or removal! Capable of removing stock or HD valve springs, without removing the engine (Engine still in the car!). This can really save your bacon! This tool comes with the Rocker Shaft, Leverage Tool, and a either a 12mm or 14mm (you choose the size) Spark Plug insert (to pressurize with air). The new version of this tool is machined for a 3/8" Square drive, so you use your ratchet as the "Lever" to compress the spring, and to get the optimal angle to compress and hold the spring while you work.

Simply remove spark plug, insert air tool and maintain air pressure OR run string or electrical wire into the plug hole, and move the piston back to TDC, which holds the valves closed. Now you can use the tool to compress the spring, and remove the valve keepers and retainer, and it's all apart! It is compatible with all Type 1, 2, and 3 engines.

This is an improved Heavy Duty version which will do Chevy K-800 springs.

This is also a great tool to use when breaking in your camshaft on HD Single Springs, then converting back to Dual Springs after the cam is safe!

When ordering, select the plug thread size you have to receive the proper air chuck adapter for your heads. If you have multiple sets of heads (or are a tool "Junkie"), then get both 12 and 14mm for a small surcharge.
Price: $119.95
Restrictions: Tool Purchases are NON-RETURNABLE


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Heavy Duty Valve Spring Removal Tool (Valve Spring Compressor), Type 1 Based Engines, Purchase is a professional grade tool which allows you to remove the valve springs WITHOUT engine dis-assembly or removal! Capable of removing stock or HD valve springs, without removing the engine (Engine still in the car!). This can really save your bacon! This tool comes with the Rocker Shaft, Leverage Tool, and either a 12 or 14mm (you choose the size) Spark Plug insert (to pressurize with air). The new version of this tool is machined for a 3/8" Square drive, so you use your ratchet as the "Lever" to compress the spring, and to get the optimal angle to compress and hold the spring while you work.

When ordering, select the plug thread size you have to receive the proper air chuck adapter for your heads. If you have multiple sets of heads (or are a tool "Junkie"), then get both 12 and 14mm for a small surcharge.

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5 of 5 Flawless December 17, 2012
Reviewer: Andrew Eckman from Naugatuck, CT United States  
A tool that is a necessity for anyone who works on their own vw. Worked great! Fits right on the rocker arm studs even with the motor still in the car, just pull the valve cover, remove two nuts that hold the rocker shaft on and replace with this tool. Simple as that! The fitting that comes with it threads into the spark plug hole with ease and even has a o-ring so air willn't leak out. Top notch! Definitely recommend.

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