OMT Valve Spring Compressor, for Motorcycle, ATV, Car, Small Engine Vehicle | Valve Spring Removal Tool with Solid C Clamp, Collet Pusher Adapters, Extension Rods, and Lever, Red

Got the job done great quality for a good price yes I would buy it again.

Garage brethren, this worked perfectly on a 2007 ecotec 2.0 head (very little clearance between the springs/retainers and head but worked without damage). I actually preferred the screw type on this since I was a bit concerned that lever type maybe limiting and perhaps bend one of the intake valves if I didn't keep it aligned (personal concern, not one I witnessed). If you don't appreciate this tool, you have not yet spent a week designing your own tools convinced you would eventually get it. I managed the exhaust side with a quick clamp and timing gear puller turned sideways to compress the springs and it still took me longer than I care to admit. The intake side was not happening with that method. Tool received and I did the remaining 8 valves in about 35 minutes. Dab some Lucas assembly lube (or whatever you prefer) inside the keepers during install, it was more than sufficient to get it them on the valve and spin them upside down without falling to make it easier to put the 2nd keeper on. It does not come with anything to back the valve up from the head, nor should it. I used one of the additional screws and folded a white rag to prevent damage, which makes it more versatile for the more seasoned guys. Many of us learned years ago (but do not publicly disclose) that no tool is complete until we use it and create the piece needed for our method or application. They also included a pair of gloves in the box. Didn't use them, but nice to add to my glove box/drawer/space I randomly assign to my garage floor during frustrating moments. I'm thankful since I was convincing myself that this was definitely the time I would follow through and track down that engineer to beat to ***** with said part. I quick clamped the head sideways to a work table after I noticed I kept moving it further and further over the edge. I realized the insane risk I was taking (tunnel vision set on being done). 4ft drop to concrete, you might as well place a trash can underneath it at that point lol. I used the Lisle push/hammer style for removal but it couldn't be used for install on this type (There is someone reading this right now rolling their eyes and muttering, "Some of these people shouldn't be working on cars." This head uses a pretty high spring tension and the keepers are recessed to the point where that method was not feasible. I'm not deducing that by sight, I TRIED MAN!! (Again, for longer than I care to admit). Not to discredit "that one guy" you know that sits indian style, blindfolded, in the next room and somehow flicks them on from his fingertips alone while making dinner and updating his resume. I just couldn't find one in my area this time. This tool would have removed and installed in one shot. Actual tool for this head is around 1k, no thanks. I prefer tools I don't mind breaking or cutting up if and when needed. It only increases the value anyways since it then becomes a specialy tool. Any tool can be broken or cause damage if not used with care or understanding/experience. It feels pretty solid and no distortion to note when loaded. I did not allow the tool to be stressed in a way it wasn't designed to be. I'm stating that since many reviews lead me away from a purchase when I don't even know who is writing them and viewpoints can differ greatly. Hope this helps someone out.

Excellent tool with a caution: If you max out the width of the upright brackets with the top bar, there's a chance the bar can come out and release the valve spring you're compressing and eject the keepers into the abyss. Happened to me once before I got the process down and lost a keeper somewhere, for which I had to remove the oil pan to make sure it didn't wind up there. Perhaps some radiator hose clamps added to either side of the brackets would be enough to keep it from sliding. That $1 upgrade would make this a great tool at a great price

Wasn’t too sure when I bought it. Once I started using it worked great. Tool its self has weight to it. Great for mechanics easy to use even when installing keepers

This worked well for a set of 1998 Subaru 2.5l dohc heads. Replaced valve seals and lapped the valves in using this tool. When properly adjusted it has a center over lock to hold the spring compressed hands free to remove or install the valve keepers.

Replaced a broken valve spring in a jeep cherokee. Great tool for the price

This product is well built and came in a good case I would recommend it thanks

Yea so quality looks good. Its nice with the carrier. It's very convenient but while I was using it the internal magnetic circle broke in pieces. I'm still going to use it but the keepers just going to fall out. But. Again if you can fix the magnetic circle part, like relocate or cone up with another way, then yeah would be a awesome tool for the job.

Yo lo use con una kia 2.4 y me funciono muy bien

Works great for rebuilding my head. I did have to get a couple extra bolts and it would be nice if the pivot pin for the compressor had clips on it so that it wouldn’t fall out but overall a very good tool did everything that I needed it to

So far done valve jobs on a Subaru STi and Jaguar XJ6. Super.

Work as described, Just did a cam swap on my Yukon and it did the job great.

Worked really well. Very happy with this set! Good for changing valves, stem seals, springs and lapping valves. Please keep in mind you do need the head of the engine removed to be able to use this tool! Picture shown is of a BMW M54 engine head after I did what I mentioned above. Had zero issues using any of the tools. Worked well, but definitely a tool I don’t plan on using again for a very long time 😆