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Offline GaryD

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Old valve tool maybe
« on: July 20, 2016, 09:17:11 AM »
Thought this might be a valve spring tool, but not sure.  Also wondered what the notches on the edges would be?  Any thoughts?

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Re: Old valve tool maybe
« Reply #1 on: July 20, 2016, 10:35:40 AM »
It is a valve spring tool missing some parts.
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Re: Old valve tool maybe
« Reply #2 on: July 20, 2016, 01:28:47 PM »
It needs a hook that goes into the cylinder or bolt hole , and a chain that goes between hook and the slots in the tool , making it adjustable. It pivots on the chain to compress the spring. I have one of those also.
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