[SEL] Briggs Valves

[Bob Jacobs]

Hi Joe,

Last time I needed a valve spring tool I went to auto-zone.  They have a 
rental" policy.  You buy the tool but can return it for a full refund.

The other thing I've done is pack the cylinder with cotton or nylon rope,
this allowed the valve to be stopped without damage while still allowing me
to use a homemade fork tool to compress the spring with.  It's a little
clumsy but did the job.

Now if only I can figure out how to set this mag and the timing on my engine
I'd fell lots smarter.  LOL

Bob 
 
-------Original Message-------
 
From: The SEL email discussion list
Date: 08/26/04 21:34:58
To: SEL at lists.stationary-engine.com
Subject: [SEL] Briggs Valves
 
Hi Guys (If anyone not at Portland is out there.)
 
Today I decided to take the valves out of a Briggs Model "Y".
Reason - Cannot figure why I can't get this thing to start.
 
The valves are held in with pretty hefty springs and 2 little half circle
keepers on each valve stem.
 
My question - - - What kind of valve spring compressor might I use on
this engine ?
 
I have about every tool imaginable but when it comes to valve springs -
Nada !
I guess I could use a "plier" type compressor but have no idea where to
find one.
 
Haven't tried the local NAPA dealer yet but I don't want to spend much on
the tool.
 
Suggestions ?
 
Joe "Pip" Betz said that.
jlb94 at juno.com
  ,-._,-.          "Two can live a cheaply as one  -
  \/)"(\/             but only half as long."
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