💪 Powerbuilt 940541 Valve Spring Compressor: Efficient Solution for Valve Maintenance Review

I wanted to buy a pro module that was built for less money. all equally good. I've used it on big blocks and high spring tension. 300 and 400 pounds. I race weekly and take them to the track in case I need to break a spring to replace due to weakness. I would recommend this tool to everyone unless you are just a famous brand. Well built instrument.

My problem is that my Gasser drag car has moved the engine back into the firewall and it is difficult to get to the rear cylinder valve springs. This tool fits 3/8 or 7/16 bolts by reversing the threaded barrel that sticks out from the bottom. The threaded barrel is held in place by a pin and clip. It's very easy to swap the ends. Equally important, the handle pivots. So if you can't operate the unit at a 180 degree angle from the rocker arm/valve stem bolt line, you have a few other angles to…

This is a much better tool for compressing valve springs. Remember that it is attached to the rocker arm bolt for the lever. If it works for you then this is a great tool. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AFTER USE: This is indeed a very effective valve spring removal tool. I like the positive lock when the lever is pressed. HOWEVER, one of the short hex bolts holding the lever to the stem broke at the base on first use when the last and 16th spring was removed. That's not good at all for a tool that has to