Valve spring replacement tool
04-23-2010, 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Fizoust,Apr 23 2010, 10:02 AM
This IS an s2k site.
and it works with K series without being modified for an additional 40 dollars.
To most people on this site they require the correct tool specifically for the job they want to on thier S2000.
And his recommended tool costs $20 at your local store.
The specialized part costs $60+shipping and you have to wait for delivery.
I don't see what's wrong with using a more readily available spring compressor that also costs less and works.
04-23-2010, 08:31 AM
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There is nothing wrong with it. This is just a lot easier, in my opinion.
I dont see how using a specialized tool for a job though will make anyone less of a mechanic.
I dont see how using a specialized tool for a job though will make anyone less of a mechanic.
04-23-2010, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by drewmob,Apr 22 2010, 02:47 PM
ffs, any of these tools are overkill. be a man and use a valve spring compressor. modify it to your liking and go nuts. i've used my POS $20 autozone compressor on at least 5 engines (including the s2k) and haven't had a single problem.
04-23-2010, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by MikeyCB,Apr 23 2010, 09:23 AM
S2000 site or not, Drewmob suggested a device that will work WITH our engines, or several others.
And his recommended tool costs $20 at your local store.
The specialized part costs $60+shipping and you have to wait for delivery.
I don't see what's wrong with using a more readily available spring compressor that also costs less and works.
And his recommended tool costs $20 at your local store.
The specialized part costs $60+shipping and you have to wait for delivery.
I don't see what's wrong with using a more readily available spring compressor that also costs less and works.
Wonder how much the Buddy Club one goes for.
04-23-2010, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by dammitjim,Apr 23 2010, 11:51 AM
I don't follow this logic. If the OP was talking about jackstands vs a lift no one would give him a hard time.
imo unless you're in the business of building f- or k-series motors this type of specialty tool is a crutch for someone who can't do the job with a regular compressor. it's just my opinion, and it won't change...i think the OP is wasting his $. really, how many times will the OP work on these specific motors? 3 times, max? odds are since he has an '00 that he is mostly interested in swapping to redesigned retainers.
within the last 12 months i've used my tool on my s2k, subaru, 2 d-series motors, and a ford. all for 1/3 of the price.
like i said before, everyone should use whatever makes their life easiest. i consider value to be a large part of my decision-making.
04-25-2010, 10:48 AM
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Haha not gonna lie this is funny..id rather spend the money on something to make the job easier than buy something and modify it so it will do the job..look at porsche a tool for a bolt..a single bolt
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