COMP Cams 4694-4 ID Valve Spring Locator for 26120 Springs

The COMP Cams 4694-4 is a hardened steel alloy I.D. (inside diameter) valve spring locator designed specifically for use with COMP Cams 26120-series valve springs. Traditional shims are no longer adequate for the extreme spring pressures and high-RPM demands of modern performance and racing engines. This precision-machined locator provides a thin but tough seat that protects the cylinder head, eliminates spring walk, and securely positions the spring for consistent valvetrain operation.

Unlike older-style cup locators that require significant cylinder head machining to accept an outer-retaining shoulder, the 4694-4 features an inside locating shoulder (I.D. locator), meaning the spring is centered and retained from within — minimizing the head modification required for installation. This design is especially beneficial when working with aluminum cylinder heads, which should never have valve springs seated directly against them.

Key Features:

• Inside locating shoulder — centers and retains the spring from the I.D., reducing required head machining
• Hardened steel alloy construction — withstands extreme spring pressures and high-RPM valvetrain loads
• Protects aluminum cylinder heads — acts as a barrier between the spring and head material
• Precision machined — consistent thickness and diameter for a reliable, repeatable fit
• Designed for COMP Cams 26120-series springs — purpose-matched for proper centering and retention
• Eliminates the need to stack shims to achieve installed height

Specifications:

• Locator Type: I.D. (Inside Diameter) Locator
• Locating Shoulder: Inside
• Material: Hardened Steel Alloy
• Thickness: 0.060 in.
• Outer Diameter (O.D.): 1.450 in.
• Guide I.D.: 0.570 in.
• Spring I.D.: 0.990 in.
• Compatible Spring: COMP Cams 26120-series

COMP Cams 4694-4 spring locators are an essential component for any performance valvetrain build using 26120-series springs, delivering the durability and precision required for race-winning reliability.