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Originally Posted by michael lang

I have made a ton of tool purchases since I started my engine rebuild. The thing that makes me the most pissed off is because I have no experience doing this, there are setbacks and delays in making progress because I don't have a stud remover or a ring compressor. I am learning as I go. Hence, I am constantly buying tools to help me do this. I tried to put together a short list prior to getting started and I had enough for simple teardown but now that I'm going back together there are things that I've had to buy along the way. I also probably take too long researching which tool to get. I know I will eventually get there but it can be frustratingly rewarding times.

Get the more expensive "tapered" ring compressor that's specific for your cylinders. Much better than the "squeeze" types.