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Valve Spring

  1. Check valve springs for damage, free length, and tension. Replace valve spring if it is not to the specifications presented below.
  2. To measure the squareness of the valve spring, stand the spring on a surface plate and measure its deflection at the top using a try square.
    Fig 1: Valve Spring Specifications Chart
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    Fig 2: Checking Squareness Of Valve Spring
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