{"product_id":"push-rod-tube-spring-compressor-continental-lycoming-franklin","title":"Push Rod Tube Spring Compressor – Continental, Lycoming \u0026 Franklin","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake push rod tube removal and installation faster and easier with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePush Rod Tube Spring Compressor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Designed to safely compress and hold the push rod tube spring, this specialty engine tool eliminates much of the struggle normally associated with servicing spring-loaded push rod tubes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimply position the tool over the push rod tube spring and turn the drive shaft \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecounterclockwise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to compress the spring. Once compressed, the push rod tube assembly can be worked free and removed. The tool keeps the spring securely compressed during removal, making reinstallation just as straightforward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor faster operation, the compressor can also be driven with a compatible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eair ratchet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Feature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompresses push rod tube springs for easier removal and installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeps the spring compressed and secured during service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHelps remove push rod tubes in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunder a minute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreatly simplifies top-end engine work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManual operation or use with a compatible air ratchet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReusable professional engine service tool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for cylinder and push rod tube maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEspecially useful when working on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebig-bore Continental engines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for a wide range of opposed and radial engine applications, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinental\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig-bore Continental engines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eO-470 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIO-470 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIO-520 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIO-550 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther compatible Continental applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLycoming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible production Lycoming engines utilizing spring-loaded push rod tube assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFranklin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Franklin engine applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadial Engines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFits many older radial engine applications utilizing compatible push rod tube spring assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the compressor onto the push rod tube spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTurn the tool shaft 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