🔧 8MILELAKE Valve Spring Compressor C Clamp Service Tool Kit, 10pcs Valve Spring Removal Tool for Motorcycle, ATV, Car, Small Engine Vehicle - Enhanced SEO Review

This removed the valve springs on my six cylinder engine, but with difficulty. There is little machining on the threaded rods and handle, and I've found the rods to get stuck in the handle before putting any stress on the unit. Under load, it became much more difficult to screw in and compress the spring, which caused the small screw handle to bend in my hand. The collet on the tightened side rotates on the spring side instead of the pin rotating in the collet. I am using this on an engine and…

Works well on Honda Recon. I've read complaints about valve slippage during compression. I have never encountered this problem. Cleanse with carbohydrates. Cleaner to remove oils to reduce the risk of slipping. Note. Install an appropriately sized adapter on each end and twist tight enough to set it in place and then (hold the end by the valve spring while compressing). The spindle rotates in the adapter and does not move when held tight. With the tool inserted and the head held firmly, tighten

I bought this to replace the valve stem seals on the VW 2.0 ABA 8V head. The valves are fairly deep recessed and this vintage uses OEM dual valve springs (although they are not very firm). This tool made 90% of the job a breeze. The only issues I had were: 1) The bushings fall out of the threaded rods fairly easily, which could be because the holes in the bushings were drilled too large or the locking balls on the rods aren't spring loaded well. It can be frustrating when you have 32 valves…