Should this tool work on my ford 1997 E 150 van? I tried it on both the L & H ports. The tool will loosen the Schr. valve ,but will not lift it out
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That is interesting; when I did my Jeep the pressure in the system pushed the plunger out, rather forcefully actually, with the valve stuck to it. If you don't feel any push back perhaps the schrader isn't completely disengaged. You could try using just the plunger to make sure it is engaged. Inspect the schrader and note the orientation then try to turn it 90 degrees with just the plunger and inspect again to see if the schrader really turned. Hope this helps.
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I have had the same problem with the set that I purchased. It unscrews the Schrader valve, but will not extract the valve. I have been thinking of adding a small o-ring or ortho rubber band to hold the unscrewed valve in place as it is being removed. It's not a bad tool, it just needs some refinement.
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You have to make sure it locks onto the valve core. Once it's locked on it works great.
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this can happen if there's no pressure in the system, in that case you really wouldn't need the tool for this purpose, just take it out normally
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You may need to "smash" the part that locks onto the Schrader valve. It is kind of a cheap made tool. Works OK if you only need one occasionally
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I'm not sure what size valves you have in your Ford. There are 2 sizes of valves in the service ports. These fit the smaller valves that are the same size as schrader tire valves. If your service ports have these valves, this tool will work under pressure. Also the red and blue adapters are for the low and high side service ports. The valves are the same.
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I used the tool on a 1997 ford explorer 4.0 sohc worked grate. You can do the head gasket without tacking out the engine.
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I honestly can't say whether or not these tools will work-I haven't used these yet. But, I can say, that, I have a 1991 Oldsmobile 98 Elite, and I had locking lug nuts on each wheel. Of course, I didn't have the tool to remove the locks. So, I used a socket slightly bigger then the locking lug. I hammered it on the lock lug, and I was able to gently turn it to unloosen it, with a socket wrench. It saved me like $75 to have it done. Now, you might damage the socket, but, you'll save a lot of money. Just use a 17mm socket or very close to the locking lug size. Good luck!
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HI There, I had a huge dent on my car, I just wanted to try this tool but it didn't work. However, it seems like a decent tool which would probably fix smaller dents. I hope this helps. Thank you.
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Mine was just REALLY tight. I believe it is a ball valve. I wonder if you put a tiny bit of oil on the ball in the inside and make sure it soaks in the crevices. I have no idea if this will work but since it is currently NOT working, what have you got to loose? Then if it loosens up you can work it a bit and you shouldn't have any more trouble....
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I have a house from the same era and that is the tool that I have used to shut off city water from my house. I'm no expert but I think the shut off valves are pretty standard, so that tool should work. The tool itself is pretty solid and will last forever.
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its very possible i used it on a 92 lexus sc300 i tried two other valve spring compressors and the is the only one that worked for me search on youtube for a how to video it may show if it works or what works the best
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if your Saturn has the same size plug it might, i do believe this tool was originally designed for the the ford aluminum head, you might try to search "you tube" under Saturn vue as i did with my f150, i found several instructional videos on "you tube" that were very helpful and led me to the purchase of this tool, which worked VERY well for me.
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This tool is not designed to work on all 4.0L engines. It will work on most 4.0L SOHC engines. You may incur problems on the rear cylinders on some models due to clearance. The correct tool is the 303-581.
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I've only used this on chevrolet's but I would not see a problem with it, and at the price you can't go wrong. I think it would work on ford, chevy, dodge but don't own any to try it out on. It is quite durable as well and will work to unload torsion bars/keys too.
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Yes and no. The remover will do fine because that just works by hitting it with a hammer. The installer I've ne had work with a hammer tho and dual springs may be a bit much to compress by just pushing. If you are strong enough to compress double valve springs then both will work though.
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Not sure about Ford tool, but this should work. I've used it on several different items and it gripped well.
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It will work if the leak isn't too great. This stuff works by chemically and materially expanding the synthetic materials used in the seals and clutches. This is why it worked on my vans transmission. This stuff only prolongs the inevitable. In time or miles, especially with the clutches, there won't be enough original material for this stuff to "glob" onto and the transmission will no longer function. As for seals, it may take a little longer to eventually fail. This product did not work on an old Ford Probe I bought as a parts car as the transmissions clutches Were just too far gone. It will work if the leak isn't too great. This stuff works by chemically and materially expanding the synthetic materials used in the seals and clutches. This is why it worked on my vans transmission. This stuff only prolongs the inevitable. In time or miles, especially with the clutches, there won't be enough original material for this stuff to "glob" onto and the transmission will no longer function. As for seals, it may take a little longer to eventually fail. This product did not work on an old Ford Probe I bought as a parts car as the transmissions clutches Were... » Read More It will work if the leak isn't too great. This stuff works by chemically and materially expanding the synthetic materials used in the seals and clutches. This is why it worked on my vans transmission. This stuff only prolongs the inevitable. In time or miles, especially with the clutches, there won't be enough original material for this stuff to "glob" onto and the transmission will no longer function. As for seals, it may take a little longer to eventually fail. This product did not work on an old Ford Probe I bought as a parts car as the transmissions clutches Were just too far gone. « Show Less
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That can work, I use it for the same purpose on a jeep, the valve is difficult to get to, this makes it easier. Just remove it when is not needed.
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As with most universal tools it won't do everything. However it will do a it's fare share, it is a great tool and no auto workshop should be without one! As for the different model numbers, I think they change as they are upgraded over the years. Check out the Lisle web page and ask the question, I'm sure you'll get the correct answer.
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I have a Dodge Caliber and could not get the tool to work for it. Although my car was listed as one that was supposed to work.