60lb valve spring install

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08-03-2010, 05:28 PM

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60lb valve spring install

hey guys im about to get my 4k GSK and 60lb valve springs, my question is how hard are the valve springs to install? i work at an auto repair shop and have tools but not much for diesels. do i need anything special?
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08-03-2010, 05:47 PM

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See if this'll help ~ https://www.dieseltruckresource.com/....html?t=171288

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08-03-2010, 06:20 PM

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I took a typical **** style overhead valve spring compressor and cut off the **** and welded on a nut to turn with a wrench (for cylinder 5 and 6 under the cowl). Once you compress the spring, bar the engine over and have someone watch for the valve to be pushed up by the piston.

Repeat 11 more times.