Ford Valve Spring Compressor Tool Compresses valve springs for quicker, easier camshaft, valve seal, valve spring, or retainer service—because you don’t have to remove the head from the engine first! It’s an OEM-approved tool that you use with a 3/8" ratchet or breaker bar. Works on: 1991–2004 Ford vehicles with 4.6L, two-valve, V8 engines; 4.6 4V, 5.4 V8 and 6.8 V10. No. – Ford valve spring compressor tool.