If the spring broke, did the piston hit the valve head? I'd make sure the valve's not bent. You can pull the valve up fully and see if it's exactly the same height as the other exh valves... If not, it's bent.
Moper ---- I am not 100% sure that the piston did not hit the valve but I do know that the spring retainer is still locked onto the top of the valve. I will surely check the valve out once I get the spring off.
Badsport ---I think the rope is an excellent idea. A friend of mine has all the tools to do this job with...
Thanks guys for your input....
