OMT Valve Spring Compressor, for Motorcycle, ATV, Car, Small Engine Vehicle

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.

Worked perfectly on Mitsubishi MIVEC 4G69, only thing I don't like is the turning piece handle doesn't stay secured & just falls out.

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

This gets the job done but I image a more expensive set would be worth a little more money. I don't know this for sure but I assume a good set would include a handle with some sore of detent or something that keeps it in place. This one just slides in and falls out. Also the threads are just ok. Not the smoothest. It's cheap and if that's your main goal then it's fine. If you are a mechanic, I surely wouldn't. I will use this tool very rarely so for me, it's fine.

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.

This will work on certain cylinder heads but not all of them. This did not work on my Audi 4cyl cylinder head

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

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.

I like to show photos because it shows a real person using it and doesn’t come off like a bot wrote it. Anyways the product is sturdy but isn’t high quality; wasn’t expecting it for the price though. My only gripe is the hole that the fastener slips into as it was too small and had to be drilled out for the handle to slip in. Other then that the product worked really well. I used it on a German Mini N14 engine. Fun fact, the Princess Auto and Harbour Freight style Valve compressor tools won’t work on a heads like mine as the valves are recessed in the Head. A lot of sizes to choose from, and unless you got a super unique valve spring size this kit should work. Overall if your patient and take your time, this is a great beginner tool for your first head rebuild, and I believe is German Car friendly. It’s a recommend from me. Hope this helps.