{"product_id":"bcbc-vsr-703-engine-valve-spring-retainer","title":"BCBC VSR-703 Engine Valve Spring Retainer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Valve Spring Retainer Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Melling VSR-703 is a steel engine valve spring retainer made for stock replacement applications. It is engineered to maintain the valve spring geometry needed for consistent valvetrain operation and is manufactured in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for standard replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to meet or exceed OEM requirements for the application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside clip design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside diameter: 0.515 in. (13.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 0.348 in. (9.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside diameter: 0.877 in. (22.00 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engine valve spring retainer is intended for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications that use the listed stock valvetrain setup. The VSR-703 supports proper spring location and retainer geometry, which is important for stable valve train performance in compatible Ford F-150, Mustang, E-Series, and related engines. Melling builds this retainer with quality materials and to OEM-level requirements for the specified applications. Part number VSR-703 is also referenced by F6AZ-6514-AC and F6LE-6514-AC for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or damaged valve spring retainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring correct valve spring geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing valvetrain instability caused by retainer wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting proper valve control in stock engine assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this retainer only with the applications listed in the fitment data. Melling recommends installing new retainers when servicing reclaimed or new engine valves. Verify valve spring, retainer, and clip compatibility before assembly, and confirm the outside clip style matches the engine setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling manufactures this part in the USA and states that it is engineered to meet or exceed OEM requirements for each application. The VSR-703 is a standard replacement component for the specified fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BCBC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669359091893,"sku":"BCBC-VSR-703","price":12.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ML_VSR703_Ang.jpg?v=1793691570","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bcbc-vsr-703-engine-valve-spring-retainer","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}