COMP Cams 5337 SBC Engine Valve Spring Removal Tool User Manual

COMP Cams®

3406 Democrat Rd.

Memphis, TN 38118

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.compcams.com

Part # COMP4-143

Revised 1/21/11

Important:

When changing valve springs while the heads are still
in the engine you MUST ensure the valves do not
drop into the cylinder. This can be done a few ways.

1) Use compressed air to fill the cylinder and

hold up the valve.

2) Ensure the piston is at TDC so the valve can

not fall into the cylinder.

INSTRUCTIONS

SBC Engine Valve Spring Removal Tool #5337

Thank you for choosing COMP Cams® products; we are proud to be your manufacturer of choice.
Please read this instruction sheet carefully before beginning installation, and also take a moment to
review the included limited warranty information.

Valve Spring Removal

1) Remove valve covers.

2) Remove rocker arms.

3) Pre-lube the threads of the black bolt and the pocket of the H-beam where the ball end of the

bolt sits with the supplied cam lube (COMP# 103) to reduce friction.

4) Install the Comp Cams Valve Spring Removal Tool on the cylinder that you wish to remove the

valve springs from. Place the tool over the rocker mounting studs. Tighten the included rocker
arm Polylocks to hold the tool firmly in place.

5) Make sure that the valve can not fall into the

cylinder, see important note above.

6) Place the H-beam over the valve springs ensuring

the valve stems and locks are centered with the
window on the compressor facing up.

7) Thread in the included M10-1.5 65mm bolt

through the arm and seat it in the receiver cup on
the top of the H-beam. (See picture)

COMP Cams®

3406 Democrat Rd.

Memphis, TN 38118

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.compcams.com

Part # COMP4-143

Revised 1/21/11

8) Before tightening the M10-1.5 bolt any further, you may need to adjust the positioning of the

springs or compressor tool to ensure all components are angled properly.

9) Using a socket, tighten the M10-1.5 bolt to compress the valve springs until the valve locks can

safely be removed from both springs.

10) Once the valve locks are removed you can release the load from the springs by turning the

M10-1.5 counterclockwise until the springs no longer held by the tool.

11) Remove the valves spring(s) you wish to change and install replacement spring in its place.

12) Reverse procedure to reinstall.

13) Repeat steps 1-12 for any other springs you wish to change.

WARNING: Do not loosen the hold down bolts while the tool is under spring load!

Limited Warranty

Competition Cams, Inc. warrants that all of its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, and
against excessive wear for a period of (1) one year from the date of purchase. This limited warranty shall
cover the original purchaser.

Competition Cams, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of its
product. To make a warranty claim, the part must be returned within (1) one year of purchase to the address

listed below, freight prepaid. Items covered under warranty will be returned to you freight collect.

It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all of the components are correct before installation.
We assume no liability for any errors made in tolerances, component selection, or installation.

There is absolutely no warranty on the following:

A) Any parts used in racing applications;
B) Any product that has been physically altered, improperly installed or maintained;
C) Any product used in improper applications, abused, or not used in conjunction with the proper

parts.

There are no implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. There are no

warranties, which extend beyond the description of the face hereof. Competition Cams, Inc. will not be
responsible for incidental and consequential damages, property damage or personal injury damages to the extent
permitted by law. Where required by law, implied warranties or merchantability and fitness are limited for a
term of (1) one year from the date of original purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights, which vary from state to
state.