Spring Compressor

**LegacyKid5** · #1: 12-17-2012, 07:38 PM

Hey everyone, just trying to get everything all in order to do my koni/swift install. I was just curious if anyone had a spring compressor I would be able to barrow for a day or so? Let me know, thanks!

**legacy360** · #2: 12-17-2012, 08:20 PM

Try going to a local auto parts store, it should be between a $40 and $50 deposit IIRC. Keep the tool for up to 48 hours, return the tool, and get your money back.

**12sechatch** · #3: 12-17-2012, 08:30 PM

^^yep.

If you do want to buy one, harbor freight has one that is surprisingly not too crappy.
.for $15 or so.

**LegacyKid5** · #4: 12-17-2012, 10:04 PM

Oh great, thanks for letting me know! I'll definitely check into that.

**zenfamily** · #5: 12-17-2012, 10:33 PM

Make sure your actually getting spring compressors for struts. They usually have some kind of pin to prevent them from coming off. The hook style may not compress the springs enough (especially the rears).

**LegacyKid5** · #6: 12-18-2012, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zenfamily

Make sure your actually getting spring compressors for struts. They usually have some kind of pin to prevent them from coming off. The hook style may not compress the springs enough (especially the rears).

Thanks, I'll definitely double check on that!