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Old Apr 12, 2018 | 01:01 PM
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Update from local auto shop: broken valve spring. Planning on replacing them all since it seems there are a bunch of reports of needing to replace them on this year/time period. Any recommendations on which springs to replace them with?

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Any recommendations for replacement valve springs? Do most people use factory replacements or go third party?

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Without a doubt replace them all. As far as OEM or aftermarket, if your engine is stock, either will work fine.
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I replaced the original yellow springs with OEM blue ones on my 2002 Z06 for peace of mind.
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Curious......which cylinder had the spring fail; #7?
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Curious......which cylinder had the spring fail; #7?
Yep cylinder 7 had the failed spring
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