Originally Posted by _DX3_ (Post 120073)

I use a spring compressor that you can find at any auto parts store. It is designed to compress those door springs that was used in those 80's vehicles. Think they might run about $10.

Originally Posted by cub123 (Post 120049)

Did quite a bit on the O today, tightened the drive belt, while I was under it I noticed the steering box was loose. So out comes the battery and steering wheel,and the dash tower. Since I had it that far I wondered how old that grease is:bigthink: so out with the steering box! Well it was 50 year old grease:biggrin2: but the box,follower pin, and bearings are perfect! Just needed is a good cleaning and new grease:beerchug: No slop in the steering now! Also figured out my carb leak,the bowl had a tiny pin hole in it, replaced it. Then I took the shifter cover off to check it out, clean oil and zero rust or water in it. It was a good day:beer2:

Originally Posted by MrGitrdone41 (Post 120063)

I got my rebuild kit in yesterday in the mail. I started to rebuild the motor out of my 128. I got alot of it done but i don't have a valve spring compressere so i can't put in the valve yet. I can't wait to fire it up for the first time!:beer2: Than a plow day with my friend!!:biggrin2:

Originally Posted by Cubcrazy (Post 120078)

You got a pic of that thing Dwayne?

Originally Posted by maddog784 (Post 120128)

My grandpa said that when he had to compress a valve spring without a tool, he put a couple pieces of wire through it, then compressed the spring in a vice. When it was compressed, he would tie the wires so that they held the spring closed. Install spring, clip wires, pull out wires, done. I call it the poor mans' way.

Cheers :beerchug:

Nate

Originally Posted by _DX3_ (Post 120103)

Yep, found a pic on google:
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