Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools
01-31-2007, 05:37 PM
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Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools
I see tons of posts about how to put in valve springs into b-series vtec heads, and it pretty much comes down to getting a Snap-On tool or making it yourself. Well most people don't have the money to buy the Snap-On one and don't have the 'skill' or 'tools' to build one. I just didn't want to spend the time to make a tool to install one valve spring on a b16 head I had lying around. So with about 2mn of thinking I came up with this idea.
Take your spring and put 2 zip ties through it, DONT go around the whole spring or you wont get it out. DO it just like pictured:
Then place it in your vise (hopefully you have one) or use something else to compress it:
Then compress it and tighten the zip ties:
Be careful, try to not use shitty zip ties and use whatever percaution you can, I havent had any break but I guess it could be possible with some crazy springs. This is what you should end up with:
Set the spring in the head like so:
Then place the retainer in and the keepers in, you can just use slight pressure to pop them on, VERY easy to do:
Then take a propane torch/lighter or even a razor/dykes to cut the zip ties. I used my propane torch, a QUICK flame on the zip ties while pulling on the remainder of the tie pulls them right out:
Then you have them out and your set:
So the whole process takes about 3mn for each valve...super easy...I think pretty much anyone can do it, just give it a shot
Take your spring and put 2 zip ties through it, DONT go around the whole spring or you wont get it out. DO it just like pictured:
Then place it in your vise (hopefully you have one) or use something else to compress it:
Then compress it and tighten the zip ties:
Be careful, try to not use shitty zip ties and use whatever percaution you can, I havent had any break but I guess it could be possible with some crazy springs. This is what you should end up with:
Set the spring in the head like so:
Then place the retainer in and the keepers in, you can just use slight pressure to pop them on, VERY easy to do:
Then take a propane torch/lighter or even a razor/dykes to cut the zip ties. I used my propane torch, a QUICK flame on the zip ties while pulling on the remainder of the tie pulls them right out:
Then you have them out and your set:
So the whole process takes about 3mn for each valve...super easy...I think pretty much anyone can do it, just give it a shot
01-31-2007, 05:44 PM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (Infinite Auto)
cheaper than a valve spring compressor for the average joe that doesnt do it often. wear your safety glasses 
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01-31-2007, 06:38 PM
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No doubt. Very innovative idea! Good deal on fans too
No doubt. Very innovative idea! Good deal on fans too
01-31-2007, 09:01 PM
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Glad to hear you guys like it, I hope it helps! I could get more pics of the process if anyone needs more. Its pretty straightforward though, just use common sense and it works out pretty well!
01-31-2007, 09:51 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by onefstek »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">verry nice idea. I used zip ties on a H22 tensioner one time when I did't have the proper keeper. 
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done that.....kinda a bitch....
what are you using to hold the retainer up while you release the spring....and yes get some safety glasses and some extra keepers....lol
</TD></TR></TABLE>done that.....kinda a bitch....
what are you using to hold the retainer up while you release the spring....and yes get some safety glasses and some extra keepers....lol
01-31-2007, 10:17 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mgags7 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">what are you using to hold the retainer up while you release the spring....and yes get some safety glasses and some extra keepers....lol</TD></TR></TABLE>
Well I tried it several times to "perfect" it if you will. At first I compressed the spring as far as possbile, which left a lot of room and was less "controlable". Then I went to what is pictured above, compressed, but not "flattened". You then put it in the head and put the retainer and keepers in place and just barely give them a push down and they lock into place, then when your taking the zip ties out the pressure is already on the valve
Well I tried it several times to "perfect" it if you will. At first I compressed the spring as far as possbile, which left a lot of room and was less "controlable". Then I went to what is pictured above, compressed, but not "flattened". You then put it in the head and put the retainer and keepers in place and just barely give them a push down and they lock into place, then when your taking the zip ties out the pressure is already on the valve
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great tip. i wish i woulda seen this before puttin mines in with no valve spring compressor
i used a combination of raw strength, and 2 ratchet ends to push down on the retainer and try to throw the clip in
i used a combination of raw strength, and 2 ratchet ends to push down on the retainer and try to throw the clip in
02-01-2007, 09:01 AM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (SkoundrelUSA)
what do you personally do to remove the spring / retainers in the first place?
good idea, I guess one would need to know a good height to start at that would
not encourage the retainer to snap violently on the valve when released.
i.e. while on the car... interesting idea
good idea, I guess one would need to know a good height to start at that would
not encourage the retainer to snap violently on the valve when released.
i.e. while on the car...
interesting idea
02-01-2007, 09:07 AM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (MikeSarr_GSR)
To remove them you can just place a socket on the retainer and hit it with a hammer, they pop right out.
02-01-2007, 09:33 AM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (Infinite Auto)
reminds me of using a impact gun and a garbage can to unload the spring from the shock
02-01-2007, 09:41 AM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (98vtec)
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Oh ****! you did that too! lmao!!!! It used to scare the **** out of me.
</TD></TR></TABLE>Oh ****! you did that too! lmao!!!! It used to scare the **** out of me.
02-01-2007, 09:43 AM
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (blu3g)
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i was doing it for a civic once. I've never seen a nut shoot that far, that fast...LOL
i was doing it for a civic once. I've never seen a nut shoot that far, that fast...LOL
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Re: Write-up: How to install valve springs with no tools (blu3g)
reminds me of lowering my car and using hose clamps to compress the stock spring.. hahaha..
cool ****.
cool ****.