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Old Mar 23, 2002 | 05:04 PM
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Hey guys, what do you use to compress the springs?? I saw a while back you guys were talking about a pretty good one...

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Old Mar 23, 2002 | 05:35 PM
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When I did my TT, first changed the springs and later Bilsteins, I didn't need a compressor. The struts are barely compressed so I just used my impact to get the strut nut and bearing off. To re-assemble the strut with new springs I just had to (barely)lean on the nut and use the impact gun. Just my experience, yours may vary but I've got a strut compressor and didn't need it.

BTW, the "good one" compressor is a scissors type that uses a single nut adjustment that compresses the arms that hook around the springs. It's a one piece unit that won't slip off. Harbor Freight has an imported copy of this one on sale for only $29.99.
To get this price, you must select "order from catalog" and enter item number 43753-1BWA<ul><li><a href="http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=43753">spring compressor</a></li></ul>
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Old Mar 23, 2002 | 06:42 PM
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Old Mar 24, 2002 | 07:24 AM
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Default Use a compressor. Please don't try without it. Check your local auto parts store...

you can buy or borrow one (deposit is returned when you return the tool).
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