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BCBC VS-550 Engine Valve Spring
| Brand | BCBC VS-550 |
|---|---|
| Material | Corrosion resistant steel |
| Installed Height | 1.89 |
| Installed Height | 48.0 |
| Installed Pressure | 72.0 |
| Coil Bind Height | 1.22 |
| Coil Bind Height | 31.0 |
| Spring Open Height | 1.45 |
| Spring Open Height | 37.0 |
| Open Pressure | 177.0 |
| Inside Diameter | 0.931 |
| Inside Diameter | 24.0 |
| Outside Diameter | 1.295 |
| Outside Diameter | 33.0 |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Spring Type | Dual spring |
| Product line | Stock |
| Fits | Buick · 24 vehicles |
Standard replacement. Built for stock-style service with defined spring specifications.
Dual spring design. Helps maintain controlled valve motion and stable pressure.
Corrosion-resistant steel. Material choice supports durability in demanding engine environments.
Cross-references 32-881-D, 050-881-7 and 050-881-700 for the same application. See all 11.
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Engine Valve Spring for Stock Applications
The Melling VS-550 is a standard replacement dual valve spring for stock engine builds that need controlled valve motion and stable pressure. It is built from corrosion-resistant steel and sized for a specific installed height and pressure range.
- Dual spring design for consistent valve control.
- Corrosion-resistant steel construction.
- Standard replacement grade for stock-style service.
- Specified installed height, coil bind height, and open pressure for accurate setup.
Fitment Details
Compatible with 1967-1970 Buick Electra, stock. Compatible with 1970 Buick Estate Wagon, stock. Compatible with 1970 Buick GS 455, stock. Compatible with 1970 Buick LeSabre, stock. Compatible with 1967-1970 Buick Riviera, stock. Compatible with 1970 Buick Skylark, stock. Compatible with 1967-1968 Buick Skylark, stock. Compatible with 1968-1970 Buick Sportwagon, stock. Compatible with 1967-1970 Buick Wildcat, stock. Compatible with 1968-1969 Buick GS 400, stock. Compatible with 1967 Buick Gran Sport, stock.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 32-881-D, 050-881-7) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing worn or weakened valve springs in stock engine assemblies.
- Restoring valve train pressure after fatigue or loss of spring tension.
- Supporting stable valve operation in standard and mild performance use.
- Matching a spring specification when rebuilding a Buick V8 valvetrain.
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify installed height, coil bind clearance, and spring pressure before assembly. Confirm the valve train setup matches the spring specifications listed for the VS-550. Use the fitment notes to confirm stock application coverage for your Buick engine build.
Quality Assurance
Melling offers valve springs across standard, heavy-duty, and race-oriented applications, with multiple spring designs and pressure ranges available. The VS-550 is a standard replacement part built to meet defined spring specifications for service use.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Buick | Electra | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | Estate Wagon | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | GS 455 | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | LeSabre | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | Riviera | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | Skylark | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | Sportwagon | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1970 | Buick | Wildcat | 7.5L | V8 | Stock |
| 1969 | Buick | Electra | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1969 | Buick | GS 400 | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1969 | Buick | Riviera | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1969 | Buick | Sportwagon | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1969 | Buick | Wildcat | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | Electra | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | GS 400 | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | Riviera | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | Skylark | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | Sportwagon | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1968 | Buick | Wildcat | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1967 | Buick | Electra | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1967 | Buick | Gran Sport | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1967 | Buick | Riviera | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
| 1967 | Buick | Skylark | 6.6L | V8 | Stock |
| 1967 | Buick | Wildcat | 7.0L | V8 | Stock |
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