BCBC VS-1599 Engine Valve Spring

Engine Valve Spring Overview

Melling VS-1599 is a standard replacement engine valve spring built for stock applications across a wide range of Ford and Lincoln engines. It uses chrome silicon construction and a single-spring design to deliver the specified installed and open pressures for the application.

This part number, VS-1599, is used in fitments such as the Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, and Lincoln MKX. It is a direct fit for stock engine hardware where the listed spring dimensions and pressures match the original specification.

Key Features

• Chrome silicon material for consistent spring performance.
• Single spring design for standard replacement use.
• Installed pressure: 53.0; open pressure: 115.0.
• Installed height: 1.450 in; coil bind height: 1.030 in.
• Inside diameter: 0.670 in; outside diameter: 0.927 in.

Detailed Description

Melling VS-1599 is engineered as a standard replacement valve spring for stock engine service. The spring dimensions and pressure ratings make it suitable for applications that require the listed installed height, open height, and pressure values. This part number, VS-1599, is associated with Ford and Lincoln platforms including the Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, and Lincoln MKT, along with other listed applications.

Melling’s valve spring lineup covers standard, mid-range, heavy-duty, and race-ready needs, with designs that include single and dual springs, dampers, and beehive styles. VS-1599 belongs to the standard replacement side of that range and is intended for stock-style engine valvetrain service.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or weakened valve spring.
• Restoring correct valve control at the specified pressures.
• Addressing valvetrain instability caused by spring fatigue.
• Matching stock engine spring dimensions during service work.
• Supporting maintenance on listed Ford and Lincoln engines.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify installed height, coil bind height, and spring pressure against the engine specification before installation. Confirm the spring dimensions match the original valvetrain setup for the specific application. Use the vehicle service information for the correct procedure when servicing the cylinder head and valvetrain components.

Quality Assurance

Melling supplies valve springs for applications ranging from stock service to performance use, and VS-1599 is part of that standard replacement offering. Cross-reference part numbers include 160-1599 and ET4Z 6513-A for the same application.