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TCM 6 Cylinder 470 / 520 / 550 Spring Compressor Tool

$120.75/Each
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Part# 08-13774
MFR Model# VSC-2

Overview

TCM 6 Cylinder 470/520/550 Spring Compressor Tool.

Fits Models: Continental E-185, E-225, IO-346, IO-470, IO-470-J, IO-470-K, IO-520, IO-550, IO-550G, O-470, O-470-A, O-470-E, O-470-J, TSIO-520-Series, TSIO-520-BE.
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Reviews

If you are working on an engine in the airplane you may find this tool very difficult to use or not useable. Space constraints limited us on IO-470S. Keep looking.

Scott N Verified Purchase

Real Gasket Vsc-2 Pushrod Tube Spring Compressor Tool

January 25, 2023

Works great. Could not install the springs without the tool. We tried the wire method with no luck, so bought this tool.

Andrew P Verified Purchase

Real Gasket Vsc-2 Pushrod Tube Spring Compressor Tool

November 2, 2022

Worked great removing the pushrods from my IO-520

Ken
January 2, 2022

Just used this compressor tool while replacing all 12 pushrod tube seals and springs on a 72 Cessna 182P with a Continental O-470R. This tool is a must for compressing the pushrod tube springs prior to installing the pushrod tube into the engine case. I would have given the tool a higher rating if I didnt have to modify the handle to get it to work. I had to heat and bend the handle down to where it was nearly 90 degrees to the body to allow enough room for the tool to be used in between the engine case and intake manifold. All of the work was completed without removing the engine intake or exhaust manifold. Just be cautious when maneuvering around any of the cables/oil pressure line which pass along the side of the engine. I believe this tool was designed to be used with the engine removed from the aircraft and on an engine stand. With a little modification this tool works great!!

Jason D Verified Purchase

Real Gasket Vsc-2 Pushrod Tube Spring Compressor Tool

December 16, 2021

ok

Roman M Verified Purchase

Real Gasket Vsc-2 Pushrod Tube Spring Compressor Tool

October 6, 2021

tool works as advertised. Good quality. I know some say you can do the tube removal without such a tool, but this makes it easy. I fabricated a 16 extension so I could use it for removal as well as installation.

Gordon H Verified Purchase

Real Gasket Vsc-2 Pushrod Tube Spring Compressor Tool

July 24, 2021

Works better than the continental tool that the shop had for years or any homemade tool that I have seen

Ben
April 13, 2021

Tool worked very good, made my job so much easier.

David O
February 11, 2021

The handle could be about 6 inches longer.

Gary H
March 29, 2018

Q&A

Please note, Aircraft Spruce Canada's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce Canada assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

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