Hey Guys! I just bought a set of L-Tuned springs/shocks, now I am trying to figure out what I need to do the job myself. I know many of you use manual spring compressors with two long bolts; but how about something like this?

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=47890

Or would be be better to just get the screw type as well as a set of air tools?

thanks!
-pavel.

 

why dont you take it to a shop and have them compress them off and the news one on? im sure itll be cheaper than 100 bucks.

 

I don't really want the hassle of dealing with a shop -- making appointments and such. The car is my daily driver which means I will be doing work on Saturday/Sunday, when most of them are closed anyway. Money isn't really an issue; just want a tool that will do the job.

I could use the screw type compressor, but with 8 springs to compress, it will take forever.

-pavel.

 

That looks like a nice tool. If you have eight springs, I'd say it's worth it.

A screw tool will be $30, like this one, which I used. Another $70 isn't so much for the time you'll save.

If you do get it and use it, be sure to post pictures.

 

Eight springs meaning 4 springs to remove, then 4 springs to install.

I am going to ask my friends if they have a good tool I can use, and if not, I'll probably give this one a try. If I do, I will definitely post a report.

-pavel.

 

I used a regular spring compressor and air tools. It took a few hrs but did the job. Plus the spring compressor was free from autozone.. a loan progran they have. May be worth it just to do that a pay a buddy a few bucks... or a free dinner to help. Worked for me.

 

Looks like my friend who is going to help me has spring compressors, so we'll just go with whatever he has.

thanks for your replies!
-pavel.