Valve stem seals

[Eyvind Spangen]

I really need to do the valve stem seals on my V8 engine. It leaves a
thick cloud whenever I start it cold and it smokes if I engine brake
down a long hill and then accelerate again..

I have the V8 repair manual, but I don't have any of the special tools
mentioned. I can buy the 3129 tool to install the new seals, but the
tools needed to remove the valve springs is far too pricey. Any good
tips on how to remove and reinstall the valve springs on this engine?
I guess the procedure is the same as on VW 16v and Audi 20v heads, as
they are very similar..

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MVH
Eyvind Spangen
'94 Audi S4 Avant 4.2