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kurt v · 05-15-2023, 01:18 PM

When installing the springs the tight coils go to the guide and open coils to the keeper, these came in a kit , all other times i have had a regular coils . Am i correct tight coils up ?

thanks kurt

vincent · 05-15-2023, 02:10 PM

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You are right - the tight coils should always be fitted opposite from the valve stem end so that the lighter spring end (less mass) moves with the valve.

05-15-2023, 01:18 PM	#1
kurt v Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: summerton, sc Posts: 353	valve spring install When installing the springs the tight coils go to the guide and open coils to the keeper, these came in a kit , all other times i have had a regular coils . Am i correct tight coils up ? thanks kurt

05-15-2023, 02:10 PM	#2
vincent Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Germany Posts: 204	Re: valve spring install Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) You are right - the tight coils should always be fitted opposite from the valve stem end so that the lighter spring end (less mass) moves with the valve.