Valve Seal Spring Bent
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Valve Seal Spring Bent
15 Aug 2021 13:40 - 15 Aug 2021 14:05
Hello all,
I bent a couple valve seal springs that wrap around the top opening when putting new ones in.
Question: Is this the end of them? Should I replace or will they be okay.
Really don't want to have to reorder and redo but if I have to then it is what it is.
Thanks,
Jakob
I bent a couple valve seal springs that wrap around the top opening when putting new ones in.
Question: Is this the end of them? Should I replace or will they be okay.
Really don't want to have to reorder and redo but if I have to then it is what it is.
Thanks,
Jakob
Last edit: 15 Aug 2021 14:05 by Jakob.
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Re: Valve Seal Spring Bent
15 Aug 2021 14:16
They definitely will not function as "new" valve guide seals in that condition. I personally would bite the bullet, reorder and chalk it up to a learning experience. They say experience is a very good, but sometimes expensive teacher! At least you will then have peace of mind.
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1966 W1 (the Z1 of 1966-50H.P. and 100mph!)
1974 Z1
1978 KZ1000 LTD
1976 KZ900B pile O parts
1980 KZ750E
1980 Honda XL250S (I know, wrong flavor!)
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Re: Valve Seal Spring Bent
15 Aug 2021 15:19
Thanks Mike,
I agree, these are relatively cheap compared to other parts that could get broken. Your input is greatly appreciated. Gonna re-order, replace, get some peace of mind, then keep on learning.

Thanks,
Jakob
I agree, these are relatively cheap compared to other parts that could get broken. Your input is greatly appreciated. Gonna re-order, replace, get some peace of mind, then keep on learning.


Thanks,
Jakob
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Re: Valve Seal Spring Bent
15 Aug 2021 15:57 - 15 Aug 2021 16:00
One of our member sells Viton seal. I just can’t think of who. He advertises them in his signature.
EDIT, Found him…. www.kzrider.com/forum/profile/18962-dfigpz
EDIT, Found him…. www.kzrider.com/forum/profile/18962-dfigpz
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