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Old 09-15-2011, 04:40 PM
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When i installed my comp 918's i didn't need to change the valve seals. I just got the PRC spring kit that comes with them so i might as well change them out while i'm in there. Just not sure what the process is?
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Once the valve covers are off, pull the rockers, then the springs, and you can pull the seals out with pliers. To put the new seals on match the correct color seal with the valve and you can seat them with a socket and a few light taps with a hammer. Pretty simple.
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Pop the only ones off and pop the new ones on. Really easy
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perfect, thats what i had hoped was the answer. thank you.
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you can use a socket or the tool meant for the job, its only $7 off ebay, its a kent moore tool
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most new seals come with a sleeve that slides over the tip of valve and covers groove which the locks lock into so you do not damage the seal , if the seal tears a little it could smoke
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Dont forget to put air in the cylinder or some type of clamp to hold the valve if your doing this in the truck.
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Yeah, it's just like doing springs with 2 more steps...your new PRC's may require the new valve seals actually, whereas the 918's are the same beehive design as the stockers and the stock seals will work. Point being, I bet that you need install the new seals no matter what
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