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Old Jul 31, 2011 | 01:43 AM
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I bought the pro form valve spring compressor tool and it does not work with the stock heads on my 98 LS1??? They advertise that it works with all LS based engines but the rocker arm cradles are rounded and the tool is flat. Any one know what tool works with my heads or if I am just not using it right? Thanks
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Old Jul 31, 2011 | 04:57 PM
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I don't know about that one but I have the crane knock off one from RSI.

$80 shipped

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Old Aug 5, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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Disregard i figured it out. Thanks
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Old Aug 5, 2011 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by dc491
Disregard i figured it out. Thanks
Now you love it!,right?
Can't beat changing out the two springs @ a time & be able to fit the fixture under the tight cowl area too!
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nice, because mine worked great
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