WTB B115140KIT valve spring removal
- Thread starter Mzfhartge
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Not the best video but this is how I did it on a car:
Generic "overhead" tool that I then cut the bar down so I could run is along the short side of the block instead of working long-ways. Why? because you can't use the lever action of the handle as you get to the rear cylinders when working long-ways. You end up hitting the strut tower with your hand before pressing down on the valve spring.
This tool cost me like $40 on amazon and it worked pretty well once modified. Not sure if there is something "better" out there or not.
here is a similar kit:
Amazon.com: 8MILELAKE Valve Spring Remover Installer Car Engine Overhead Compressor Tool Kit OHV OHC: Automotive
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I know people claim the devices that you smack with a hammer work well, but, I can't see that working with how tightly and recessed the valve springs are tucked into the N5x cylinder head.
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The n55 head is different than n54! That tool i think wont help but i will check it and thanks for the help.
What’s pissing me off is that the motor supposedly a built motor with 1k miles on it. And one damn seal failed on it...
The N55/N54 cylinder head are different but that has no bearing on what I showed you...
Tackling this tomorrow sir with that tool, kudos to you sir, i will report back with results. Thanks again
The tool worked perfect, kudo to you sir and as you explained the rear one were a bitch
glad my method worked for someone. When i made the video i was saying "damn ppl are going to laugh at this backyard oldschool hack job." but honestly, it works and no head removal required. I am sure there are better overhead valve spring removal tools. I saw one for like $100 that mounted like a crane and then pivots at multiple points. I am cheap though and the $40 tool worked all the same.
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