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Joe KCMO · 10-05-2011, 12:40 PM

I am working on a 1939 Ford engine rebuild with all original parts. And of course, I am having a difficult time removing the valves. The first problem was the infamous "horseshoe clip". I have figured out how to get it out by removing the spring retainer. I have done it on 5 valves(WHAT A JOB!!). For the next eleven I would like to know what is the technique for two steps. Removing the spring from mushroom valves and how would you cut the valves with out a torch. I cannot get those "*#@+:!" valve springs off unless the valve breaks. Thanks in advance.

10-05-2011, 12:40 PM	#1
Joe KCMO Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 423	Valve Removal Flathead yet again! I am working on a 1939 Ford engine rebuild with all original parts. And of course, I am having a difficult time removing the valves. The first problem was the infamous "horseshoe clip". I have figured out how to get it out by removing the spring retainer. I have done it on 5 valves(WHAT A JOB!!). For the next eleven I would like to know what is the technique for two steps. Removing the spring from mushroom valves and how would you cut the valves with out a torch. I cannot get those "*#@+:!" valve springs off unless the valve breaks. Thanks in advance.