Melling VL-200
Valve spring keeper for selected valvetrain assemblies. Stainless steel, 0.338" / 8.59 mm inside diameter, 0.49" / 12.45 mm outside diameter.
Melling VL-200 is a valve spring keeper, the locking component that secures the valve spring retainer to the groove on the valve stem. It is a small part, but correct fitment is critical to valve train safety.
Application / fitment
The product has broad use in selected valvetrain assemblies across many American engines. Do not select it only by engine brand; keeper dimensions, valve groove, retainer and spring type are the critical points.
- part type: valve spring keeper
- mounting area: valve, retainer and valve spring
- clip position: inside
- selection: by dimensions and valve train geometry
During installation, check that both keeper halves seat correctly in the valve groove and retainer. Do not mix keepers with different angle, diameter or working height without measurement.
Technical information
- type: valve spring keeper
- material: stainless steel
- inside diameter: 0.338" / 8.59 mm
- outside diameter: 0.49" / 12.45 mm
- thickness: 0.074" / 1.88 mm
- inside or outside clips: inside
- sale unit: 1 piece