Overhead Cam Spring tool?

[dlascoskie]

I've got a traditional push-rod head spring tool and it doesn't reach down far enough to compress the overhead cam springs of my 4.6 dohc. Any suggestions on what tool to use/buy? Thanks.

 

[R.J.]

www.toolsource.com
Made by OTC
part number: 7928
$124.95

 

[dlascoskie]

Nice! Thanks..........a little pricey though.........any other thoughts?

 

[trinity_gt]

Nice! Thanks..........a little pricey though.........any other thoughts?

It's about the only proper tool unless you want to make your own out of ball bearings, gauze and 3-in-1 oil.

Actually, you can make a tool with pipe stock and a washer and some creative welding. If you're not willing to make a tool and are not willing to buy a tool, you might check to see if a local auto parts store has a tool rental program. Or maybe a nearby Stanger or Stang shop can hook you up.

 

[Chris00GT]

That's going to be about your only choice. It's a special tool that OTC makes for Ford. With the tool it's still a two person job. One person holding the valve spring down and another one installing the keepers. Have fun I used to hate swapping out 32 valve springs on the cobra's!!

 

[dlascoskie]

ok guys, thanks. I'll check with Autozone tomorrow and see if they have a rental first.

 

[Mike97gt]

www.toolsource.com
Made by OTC
part number: 7928
$124.95

Thats what i use, it works great.

 

[Chris00GT]

I doubt they'll have one to rent. It's a very specalized tool. We used to have our local ford dealer call us and ask if they could rent it from us.

 

[jivepepper]

I doubt they'll have one to rent. It's a very specalized tool. We used to have our local ford dealer call us and ask if they could rent it from us.

I would have lmao.

 

[Mike97gt]

I doubt they'll have one to rent. It's a very specalized tool. We used to have our local ford dealer call us and ask if they could rent it from us.

that is sad, what kind of hole in the wall backwoods dealer was this. those tools are supposed to be purchased