Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
valve spring retainer — See valve spring cap … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring seat — A seat retaining the bottom of the valve spring … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring — /ˈvælv sprɪŋ/ (say valv spring) noun a helical spring used to close a poppet valve, especially in an internal combustion engine …
valve spring cap — The retaining cap (of intake or exhaust valves) which secures the valve keeper on the valve stem … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring collar — The retaining cap (of intake or exhaust valves) which secures the valve keeper on the valve stem … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring depressor — A lever type tool used to depress valve springs, e.g., for removal and installation of valve stem seals … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring compressor — A special automotive tool used to compress valve springs for removal and replacement; the most common type is a c shaped clamp … Dictionary of automotive terms
valve spring lifter — A pliers type tool with two expanding jaws, used to lift and compress valve springs for removal and replacement … Dictionary of automotive terms
progressively wound valve spring — A valve spring with variable spacing between its coils which helps to improve responsiveness and thus to reduce the load on the valve train … Dictionary of automotive terms
progressive valve spring — A valve spring with variable spacing between its coils which helps to improve responsiveness and thus to reduce the load on the valve train … Dictionary of automotive terms
