{"product_id":"bcbc-vs-1588-engine-valve-spring","title":"BCBC VS-1588 Engine Valve Spring","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Valve Spring Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling VS-1588 is a standard replacement engine valve spring built for stock applications across a wide range of GM and Saab vehicles. It uses chromium-silicon alloy steel wire and a single-spring design to deliver the pressure and control needed for everyday engine operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis valve spring is a fitment-based replacement for applications such as Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Terrain. The VS-1588 part number is also used across multiple Buick, Cadillac, and Saturn applications, making it a practical choice when matching an OE-style spring specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChromium-silicon alloy steel wire construction for consistent spring performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle spring design for standard replacement use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalled height of 1.5 in. and installed pressure of 40 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen pressure of 150 lb. at 0.9 in. spring open height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for stock engine valvetrain service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling VS-1588 is engineered as a stock-style valve spring for engines that need controlled valve motion under factory-type operating conditions. Its dimensions include a 0.714 in. inside diameter, 1.03 in. outside diameter, and 0.865 in. coil bind height, helping it match the required valvetrain geometry for supported applications. The VS-1588 part number appears in fitments for Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Terrain, along with many other GM platforms listed in the fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling’s spring lineup covers standard, mid-range, heavy-duty, and race-ready needs, and this product sits in the standard replacement category. If you are replacing a worn valve spring in a compatible engine, VS-1588 provides a direct-spec option for stock service and routine valvetrain repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a fatigued or weakened valve spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring valve control in stock engine operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing valvetrain noise caused by spring wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting loss of spring pressure in supported engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting repair work on GM and Saab stock applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the installed height, coil bind height, and pressure requirements against the engine specification before installation. Confirm the application by year, make, and model, since VS-1588 is used across multiple platforms including Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Terrain. Match the spring dimensions to the cylinder head and valvetrain setup for the intended engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling offers a broad valve spring range for standard, performance, and race applications, and this part is part of that established product line. The VS-1588 part number is cross-referenced to Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BCBC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53725654646965,"sku":"BCBC-VS-1588","price":15.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ML_VS1588_Ang.jpg?v=1794205899","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bcbc-vs-1588-engine-valve-spring","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}