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Valve Spring Install Difficulty

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Old Mar 3, 2004 | 06:09 PM
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Valve Spring Install Difficulty

I have herd that installing new valve springs on our LTs isn't the easiest thing to do. Just thought I would ask my fellow LT friends on some tips, tools, anything to help with the install. Any and all help is appreciated. Thanx
Old Mar 3, 2004 | 07:54 PM
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Changing valve springs on the car isn't too bad it's just time consuming. Be patient.

Tool wise you need a good valve spring compressor (the autozone rent-a-tool ones suck, I know.) I've heard the KD ones work okay. You will also need a magnet on an extension to get the locks out.
Old Mar 3, 2004 | 07:58 PM
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You can read through a swap guide on my Tech Page and another one here.
Old Mar 3, 2004 | 09:14 PM
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Where did you guys get the KD tool from? Did you rent it or buy it?
Old Mar 3, 2004 | 09:21 PM
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Where did you guys get the KD tool from? Did you rent it or buy it?
Lots of auto parts stores sell them. O'Reilly's, NAPA and others.
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