Valve Spring Compressor for 4AGE 20V

[Bazooka]

Anyone had any success using any off the shelf valve spring compressors on the 20V engine? Being such a small valve most compressors are too large. I have thought of maybe looking for something used for motorbikes but not sure whether I need to look down this path. I'm sure there are some backyard ways of doing it but a correct tool would be the best.

[oldeskewltoy]

backyard tool has always worked for me.... either use a 13/16 spark plug socket... or if thats too large use a 5/8..... OR after writing below... get a Oxy sensor socket

Using a cut off wheel... remove 2 of the 6 sides of the socket(hex bolts use a 6 sided socket) then use a palm ratchet.

Most of the 4AG valve springs are relatively light - stock 16V springs have a seat pressure of about 35#. Place a balled up rag under the head to keep the valves up. place the socket over the retainer... and push down....... using a magnet to pop the keepers sometimes makes getting the keepers easier


upper right in photo....

[Sam_Q]

I found trying to use an off the shelf tool is a disaster, anyway here you go:

http://toymods.net/forums/showthread.php?t=36104

[skiddz]

i used the snap on unit and jsut ground the OD of the tool down, worked fine, quick as

[Bazooka]

Yeah thanks guys, I ended up modifying a G-clamp and cutting up some tubing as others have described to adapt to the valve. All works well.

[Sam_Q]

way to go, dont forget to use some grease to hold the collets to the valve when you put it back together. Another thing I did is keep a rag over the tool when I could for when a collet decided to flick out, although I didnt use the grease.

[Bazooka]

Cheers Sam, the grease trick is a good idea. I only got time to do two valves yesterday and getting the tiny little collets to sit back in was a bit frustrating. Just have to get the feel for it I suppose. Well only another 18 to go!!