M 117 valve seals change

[adrian.1979]

First I would like to say HELLO to everyone because I'm new here
I've got a question about M117 engine. Looks like I need to change a valve seals in it and I would like to do it without taking the heads off. I need a proper valve spring compressor. Can you please recommend which one will be the best for this particular job? I heard it is a common problem of those engines. Thank you.

 

[Stringer]

take a look at my threads, if you can. Dieselman gave me some great advice, even with photos, when i was about to do mine.
M in Beirut

 

[adrian.1979]

Thanks for that. I have checked your threads about the subject. Thanks to Dieselman symptoms explanation I am convinced now that is really a valve seals problem in my case. I found this one and I think it might work
Sealey VS168 Valve Spring Compressor Lever Type OHV/OHC | eBay
He recommended similar for your M 103 engine but I'm not sure if it will be OK for M 117.

 

[Stringer]

send DM a mail. I'm sure he'll tell you. He's a star. You'll also need a way of holding the valve in place so they dont fall down. I was going to opt for the old nylon rope trick as i'm a bit third world and didn't want to cough up for the air compressor. Personally i prefered the other type of valve spring compressor with the screw handle which i managed to pick up here for only 20 bucks.
M in Beirut

 

[Terry_]

The valves won't fall out. Just get the pistons for the individual cylinders on tdc by looking at the cam lobes.

 

[adrian.1979]

Thanks a lot. Can anyone tell me how can I contact Dieselman please. I would like to send him an e mail. Thanks

 

[wooddoor6]

I think you need 30 posts to send a mail by this site. I'm sure he will appreciate the thanks though

 

[Stringer]

just click on his page and then go to the menu which says 'send private mesage'

 

[Dieselman]

Thanks a lot. Can anyone tell me how can I contact Dieselman please. I would like to send him an e mail. Thanks

No need for a mail, just keep your queries on the forum, it's what the boards are for.

 

[adrian.1979]

Thanks Dieselman. Can you give me some advice about those valve spring compressors please. Which one will be suitable to use for M 117 engine? Thanks

 

[adrian.1979]

Hi there! I am still looking for the answer about valve spring compressor in my SEC 500 (M 117 engine). Is this one OK for the job?

 

[Dieselman]

Yes. I think that is the best type as it compresses the spring without putting any pressure on the valve stem or head.

 

[adrian.1979]

Thanks a lot!

 

[adrian.1979]

Hi Everyone! Just to let you know I did change the valve seals in my SEC 500 without taking the heads off:bannana:. Took us two days to do it but it was worth it. No smoke at all now. Thank you all for help!!!