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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 08:56 PM
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to change out the valve stem keys when replacing the valve springs? :confused:
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Old Oct 13, 2002 | 11:42 PM
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You mean the keepers?
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 12:05 AM
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I guess if it's the same thing as stem keys. I was looking at the actual 3 volume Vette manual and "valve stem keys" is the term they used.. It's the last piece that sits atop the retainers and holds everything in place..
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 12:07 AM
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I never like to re-use the retainers or locks after disassembly...too much at risk if you drop a valve :yesnod:
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 02:29 AM
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Not necessary, but ______________ I would!
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 02:31 AM
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Thanks for the answers!! Gotta make one last trip to the dealer tomorrow :rolleyes:
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Old Oct 14, 2002 | 02:40 AM
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Let me rephrase, if they are Titanimun, I would reuse them!





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