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Old 10-01-2008, 07:48 PM
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gsk 4K and valve springs wtb?
I am looking for a 4k gsk and valve springs. What is the best place to pick up a set and what tools are need for the install. thanks guys
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im not sure about the tools but there's soo many places to pick them up from tst, and pdr are a few good places
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The most important tool for the GSK is a good magnet or set of magnets.
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how about the valve springs how do u keep them up when switching springs
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at work we have a spring compressor and we just bring the piston to top dead center. worked for use on bigger engines.
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I wonder how the valve spring line up with the bowl in the pistons? at TDC does it hold the vavle up or will it just keep it from falling in the motor
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Piston at top dead center holds them up, no problem.
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