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Old Nov 27, 2013 | 03:32 PM
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I would like to borrow a Valve Spring Compressor in order to replace the springs on my C5Z as a preventive measure; will pay shipping to zip code 32407 and back. Thank you.
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Old Nov 27, 2013 | 08:18 PM
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I only paid $85 for this.

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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 12:43 PM
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Why buy new for a tool that a regular person may use only once in their lifetime? I will give you $40 for yours and pay shipping.
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 11:09 PM
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Purchased one; I will be changing the valve springs on Sunday.
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Old Dec 9, 2013 | 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Cucho03
Purchased one; I will be changing the valve springs on Sunday.
what springs did you go with? let us know how it goes. i think many of us want to get the OEM's out.
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 08:21 AM
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I went with GM performance (blue in color). My garage air compressor had a faulty electrical switch, which I ordered. Once I fix the air compressor and replace the valve springs I will let you know.
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This sheet tells you how to torque the rockers. Use this:

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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 08:07 PM
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Paul 75 L82, I thought the TDC method wasn't necessary on the LS engines? I used that method on my LT1 but didn't when I did springs on the LS6. I just torqued all the rockers to 22 ft lbs. That was one of the greatest features of this motor IMO.

I used the GM blue/LS2 and newer style springs when I changed mine out. Got them from Gene at GMpartshouse, they were only like $80 shipped.
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 08:12 PM
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That's from the service manual.
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