Do the retainers need to be replaced when you change the valve springs? i've heard they dont and i've heard they do.![]()
Do the retainers need to be replaced when you change the valve springs? i've heard they dont and i've heard they do.![]()
99 GMC 5.3 RCSS, K&N, E-Fans, Headman Shorties, Built 4L60E, 220/220 .581/.581 112, 80mmm TB, Nelson Tuned
i didnt change mine....i just re-used the stock ones
Same here
ok, thanks guys.
99 GMC 5.3 RCSS, K&N, E-Fans, Headman Shorties, Built 4L60E, 220/220 .581/.581 112, 80mmm TB, Nelson Tuned
It also depends on what spring you get. Some use after-market retainers and other you can use the stock ones.
Last edited by 6.0vortecchevy; 01-08-2009 at 06:44 PM.
Locks or retainers. I'd say go for new retainers.....preferably titanium....the locks can be reused if they're compatible with the retainers.
comp 918 springs
99 GMC 5.3 RCSS, K&N, E-Fans, Headman Shorties, Built 4L60E, 220/220 .581/.581 112, 80mmm TB, Nelson Tuned
i think you can use the stock retainers one those spring, but dont hold me to that.
I just finished my spring swap a while ago,have fun buddy!!what tool are you going to use,i recommend the crane cam valve tool.it worked great for me.o yea i used the stock retainers as well.
I thought most of these spring packages came with retainers???? (but not locks)