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Old 07-28-2008, 12:31 PM
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Is it possible to change the valvesprings/retainers without removing the head my dad said he does it on his v8s using compressed air to hold the valves up... but I'm not sure if its possible on a honda... let me know nooglets.
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yes you can using compressed air using the atachement from a compression tester, and a air compressor. (consult your manual) make sure you put the cylinder you are working on to TDC. use no more than 30psi
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you need to have a


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Valve...spagenameZWDVW



a valve spring compressor like that. The kit also comes with the attachment for compressed air. I prefer doing springs with the head off I always loose a keeper those damn things are hard to find



That tool does the job but if you have some heavy dual springs to install be prepared for a battle with your forearms.



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I wish I knew about this one before, same exact design as the snap-on, I have the snap-on, 4 times the price, I wish I could get a refund
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but your snap-on didnt break and you can use it forever... so be happy you have it
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Im sure the snap on unit is better quality. The china one works though but the lever is really made for stock springs. A spring with some real seat pressure with the short lever is a ------ work out.
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Originally Posted by chris
Im sure the snap on unit is better quality. The china one works though but the lever is really made for stock springs. A spring with some real seat pressure with the short lever is a ------ work out.
thats easy to fix... I'm gonna try that one out... thanks for the tip
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make sure you block off the oil drain back holes with paper towels, nothing like a keeper in the oil pan.
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Originally Posted by rudebwoy
I wish I knew about this one before, same exact design as the snap-on, I the snap-on 4 times the price, I wish I could get a refund
This is what I use on dohc vtec heads; http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/valve...3286.m14.l1318
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