If you need to remove a valve from a cylinder head either to replace the valve or replace the valve seals, this video will help you do that. You can also do this process while the cylinder head is still fastened to the engine block with some tools. To do that, put the piston at TDC compression stroke and make sure both valves are closed. You can then run compressed air into the cylinder to hold the valves in place as you compress the valve springs. I often use my compression tester hose to do this. You need to remove the schrader valve first before you attempt this, if not, air will not flow into the cylinder. You can also use a piece of rope or equivalent to keep the valves from dropping into the cylinder while you work. This method works well if you’re just replacing the valve seals. You won’t be able to use the large spring compressor however. You’ll have to use the Lisle or some other type of compressor do manage that task. Here’s some useful links for you.
Tools.
Large Spring Compressor: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-383d-valve-spring-compressor/#oid=1002_1
Lisle Spring Compressor Tool: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/lisle-36050-valve-keeper-remover-and-installer-kit/#oid=1002_1
I had a heck of a time trying to find the Honda special tool and was not able to provide a link for you. Sorry about that. The Lisle tool will work just fine, OR I’ve seen some home made versions of that type of extension that looked like they’d work pretty well.
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Thank you Mr car guy.
I've learned three things here.
1. I need a bigger hammer.
2. I need the "LISLE 36050 kit".
3. I need to binge watch Eric's videos more often.
Most excellent, you saved me from swearing… all day long.
Where can I find the tool from honda for valves that stick below cylinder head ?? Cant find that special tool and need to take my b18b1 vavles out
great stuff, thanks Eric
I'm working with engines we do the same thing but we have a peumatic device that press springs and we use magnet to remove spring locks but you have an amazing tool to nice job
Thank you Eric.
No valve stem seal??
Soooo what you're saying is you can use a socket with a magnet to remove a single cam valve. Heh heh heh
Can you remove and replace the springs while the head is on the engine?
Cool vid. But just fyi, you compressed that first spring waaay too far. You only need to squeeze it jus enough to remove the keepers. You wont bind the coils and it’ll be easier to work the tool. I like to, on a non OHC head, turn the adjuster way out, far enough for the closed tool will fit over the spring and retainer. Then turn the adjuster until you can remove the keepers. Like he said a lil magnet is awesome. Now the tool is adjusted for the rest of your valves. Or at least half if your intake and exhaust are that different. Cheers!
Thanks heaps buddy! Out to buy me my third crv! (hopefully the third to surpass 400,000km) and the one I’m looking at needs new valves 🙂
Thanks again hope you are well 🙂
Wow. I’m learning here.. thank you.. fantastic video
I learn SO MUCH from you! Thanks Eric!!!
I can't believe I didn't think of the grease method thanks a ton! Also do I need to adjust preload even though I didn't touch the preload screws?
real nice tips for valves!!!!
You're very good at explaining basic and complex concepts in an understandable way
Thank you for the videos
Use soap for installation rubber pipes instead of grease
This work for b18c1 head?
I see you use the good clamps..nice