Springs out and in; engine out

Finally got around to swapping to the ford vs1632 valve springs on the 16v Volvo head, also did a bit of cleaning while everything was out.

checking for leaks in the valves, and soaking the grime...



the tool



before



Spring compressed and spring retainers out




just sitting there



1/4th of the way done



valves out, and a bit of cleaning



valves cleaned and installed



3/4ths done



how to install valves








All done


Then tonight I pulled my engine and tranny in a little less than an hour, I am pretty stoked.





-'till next time.