MWR Toyotool Valve Spring Tool – 2ZZ 1ZZ 2GR 1GR 2ZR 1ZR 3UR

I bought this tool. It works well for removing and replacing valve springs with the heads in place on the block – maybe even better than I expected. I wish it would seat the retainer in the tube slightly, instead of only pressing down on it flush, this would make the operation feel a little bit more secure. Working with the engine on a stand, it was tricky to keep the stand in place while pressing down at the angle of the V6 heads, but not an insurmountable difficulty, I just reached over and grabbed the opposite head with one arm while pressing down with the other – probably this would not even be an issue with an I4 where the pressure is applied straight down, or maybe I need a better more adjustable stand, so I can place each head straight up. Anyway it’s good that I’m a brute, if you’re a little teeny wisp of a thing then you might want to try something that gives you mechanical advantage, otherwise be prepared to bear down using this tool, and it will do the job.