The Ken-Tool 29995 ValveCapper tool is 11 1/2 in. long, with a fiberglass shaft covered with a durable polymer coating. It is designed for use with metal stem caps typically used on truck valve stems.

A variety of specialized tools are sold in auto parts stores and speed shops for compressing the valve spring sufficiently to remove the keepers and retainers, as shown in the accompanying photos.

Prepping my WRX for heat wrapping the exhaust! Follow along as I remove the exhaust, replace the valve cover gaskets, and get everything ready for better performance.

Time to wrench! 🔧 In this WRX prep video, I get to work on multiple key upgrades and fixes: uninstalling the exhaust, replacing the valve cover gaskets, and heat wrapping for better thermal ...