Lisle 48300 Push Rod Remover

Great tool for removing and for replacing the pushrods on the GM 60 degree V6 engines (2.8, 3.1 and 3.4). Whether you are just doing the lower intake manifold gaskets or head gaskets too, this tool is a must-have. Let me explain why...The aluminum heads on these engines are so easy to damage the threads on. You really need to know what you're doing to prevent damaging them. When re-installing the rocker arms, if the pushrods are already in place, you CAN hand-turn the crankshaft to be sure each valve you're about to tighten and torque is closed to reduce valve spring pressure but you can relieve it 100%. BUT, with this tool, you can torque the rocker arm bolts freely and get it just right THEN use this tool to install the pushrod afterward. And it is very simple to use. If you are going to get as far as the lower intake manifold gasket on one of these engines, do yourself a favor and get one of these tools. It is worth the small cost, and the wait for delivery, even if you only plan to use it once.2 Thumbs Up!

Great tool .very simple easy to use.

worked good for removing most of the push rods while doing lower intake manifold gasket on 2004 monte carlo ls 3400. However, two of the rockers wouldn't lift up far enough for the rods to come out and the tool kept slipping off.I would recommend anyone doing this job to just remove whichever rockers won't lift up easily all the way. I tried to force it on two of em and it felt like i nearly caused damage.

I have read some reviews that it bends when used. I dont see how. This is pretty thick metal construction and worked very well for removing the push rods. I can only guess that someone was using it wrong. Because of the spring pressure you might want to wrap a small towel or something around the handle. If you do not work on cars for a living your hands might hurt a bit after getting the push rods out. I had my Girl Friend help - I lifted the rocker arm and she took out / installed the push rods. The fit is perfect and makes removing the push rods very easy. You do not want to unbolt the rocker arms because its an aluminum head and the threads will most likely strip out when you either take the bolts out or try putting them back in. If your doing head gaskets or Intake Manifold Gaskets you need this tool.

This tool is awesome for the GM v6 3.4 it makes removal and replacement of the pushrods without removing the rockers a snap. It has a grove to guide the rod out and then back in. Totally a time saver.

Really sped up changing the lower intake manifold gaskets in my 3.4L. This tool does require some technique to avoid broken fingers and bend push rods. First, make sure you push the lever up in the exact plane of the rocker arm. if not, it will slip off and the rocker arm will slam down. 2. Lever the tool slowly and only lift up until the push rod can clear its cup. 3. Don't try to take the push rod out from the side. There is a gap left for the push rod to thread through the tool while returning the rocker arm down. 4. There has been reviews that this tool doesn't provide enough leverage when the valve is open. Only 1/2 true. The square hole on the side is for a 3/8 breaker bar to provide more lever arm. Not only does the breaker bar provide more leverage, it also let's you be more stable resulting in less tool slip offs. Looks like the weld quality was improved, mine had nice fillets on both fingers.

The first valve spring compressor I received, fitted with a black, rubber handle cover, broke at the plate weld while attempting to remove the first pushrod on a 2007 3.5L Pontiac V6. Amazon quickly sent me a second tool at no charge, and it worked great. The second tool was fitted with a gray rubber handle cover. I am guessing that Lisle changed their welding procedure and identified those "2nd generation" tools with a gray handle cover. I was able to remove and reinstall the pushrods quickly with this tool. The replacement tool rates 5 stars.

Worked perfectly once I got the hang up it. The first time I tried to lift the rocker, the tool slipped off the back and the valve slammed shut. The trick is to push the tool toward the rocker arm at the same time as you're compressing the spring. After figuring that out, I got all 12 pushrods out in about a minute. It was really fast. Others have said that the weld was bad, but mine looked quite strong, and obviously didn't break for me. Seems well constructed. Tool saved a lot of time!