Spring Compression Tool Recommendation

NoLimitssjca · Jan 29, 2012

Can anyone recommend a good spring compressor they have used? I see several types available but want to make sure I don't get this one wrong.

PAPPY HAROLD · Jan 29, 2012

I have had mine for probably 30 yrs and used it many times with great results. bought it from snap on but I found this which is the exact same tool.

http://www.eastwood.com/coilspring-compressor-internal.html

72Q-code · Jan 29, 2012

I have had mine for probably 30 yrs and used it many times with great results. bought it from snap on but I found this which is the exact same tool.

http://www.eastwood.com/coilspring-compressor-internal.html

I agree with Pappy. I got one at NAPA that looks exactly like that as well. Price was around the same. I always felt safe using it. Avoid the 'external' ones, I have seen a spring launch with one of those, not pretty.

Jim

NoLimitssjca · Jan 29, 2012

Thanks for the replies. I prefer to leave launching to NASA. After all, it does require rocket science.

droptop73 · Jan 29, 2012

X3 That's the one I prefer. It can be a hassle getting it in and seated properly with the spring perch in there, I use it with the threaded end up throught the shock tower.

NoLimitssjca · Jan 30, 2012

Once I get it, how do I get it inserted? Is it safe to unbolt the shock tower or is there pressure there?

PAPPY HAROLD · Jan 30, 2012

When I changed my stang to big block springs and went down thru the shock tower (with shock removed) jack the car up by the frame or cross member and it will come right out.

rob73stang · Apr 22, 2012

threaded rod down threw shock hole ,steel plate on top and bottom. crank nut down . i work at ford dealer and factory tool goes down middle of spring ...

will e · Apr 22, 2012

Don't buy one. Most of the autozone/kragers/o'rielies will loan you one.

Wolverine · Apr 22, 2012

The one on the eastwood page is the one I use.

You can usually rent one at OReilly or Autozone. Then if you like it, you can buy it.

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND use of an AIR IMPACT WRENCH with one of these. I don't remember why, but I remember using about 2" worth of washers to help squeeze the springs.

Once you get the hang of it, it takes longer to get the shocks in and out then to get the springs out.

UKsilverMach1 · Apr 23, 2012

I've recently bought one of these of ebay and had it shipped over to the UK.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1965-73-Ford-Mustang-Torino-Fairlane-Falcon-Comet-Ranchero-Spring-Compressor-/120901138446?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1c2644f80e

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