Spring Compressor?
10-05-2007, 04:46 PM
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Spring Compressor?
To all those who installed their Tein Basics and SuperStreets, what spring compressor did you all use? I am looking to purchase a cheap one so I can lower my car more. Links would be helpful. Thanks!
10-06-2007, 08:49 AM
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I didn't even need a spring compressor cuz i bought the upper mounts instead of ripping apart my aspec suspension which is somewhat scrwed up in 2 shocks well one strut and other might be leaking.
10-06-2007, 12:58 PM
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i have tanabe springs on my car and i didnt use a spring compressor at all =/
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
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Originally Posted by haro_bmx87
i have tanabe springs on my car and i didnt use a spring compressor at all =/
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
10-06-2007, 01:26 PM
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http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/sear...oreid=toolswai
shipping can be a bee-itch here though, so get a few tools and if $100, I think shipping is free. You can always use more tools.
shipping can be a bee-itch here though, so get a few tools and if $100, I think shipping is free. You can always use more tools.
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Originally Posted by haro_bmx87
i have tanabe springs on my car and i didnt use a spring compressor at all =/
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
i took out the whole assembly and laid it between 2 tires on the ground so shit wouldn't fly all over the place when i took it apart.
and then put my drop springs on. the rears went back together easily, but in the front i had to have a buddy press down a little bit so i can get the top nut on there.
10-06-2007, 06:08 PM
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anyone know if this will do?
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/CAL-513.html
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/CAL-513.html
10-06-2007, 06:18 PM
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10-06-2007, 08:23 PM
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^^I've personally used a set like the first ones, but I've not used a set like the second. Just a word of caution... These both work, but they are far short of a proper spring compressor. However, the large compressors cost quite a bit. Just be careful and ALWAYS do a visual inspection before use. If you notice anything wrong, worn or even a hairline crack, DO NOT use them. As its been said before, if a spring decompresses, it has the strength to go through you.
10-07-2007, 03:10 AM
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I installed H.Techs this past July using the following compressor.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...0070515x00001a
It costs more, but it was my personal experience that it was easily found at my local Sears store, had a more substantial feel both in function and safety, and was quite easy to use.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...0070515x00001a
It costs more, but it was my personal experience that it was easily found at my local Sears store, had a more substantial feel both in function and safety, and was quite easy to use.
10-07-2007, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX07
^^there isnt an autozone anywhere around me, only an advanced autoparts and I don't think they do that type of thing
You just need cash, or even a credit card - and you are good to go.
10-07-2007, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by tsxman04
I installed H.Techs this past July using the following compressor.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...0070515x00001a
It costs more, but it was my personal experience that it was easily found at my local Sears store, had a more substantial feel both in function and safety, and was quite easy to use.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...0070515x00001a
It costs more, but it was my personal experience that it was easily found at my local Sears store, had a more substantial feel both in function and safety, and was quite easy to use.
10-09-2007, 02:43 PM
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Any of those shown will do, but the cheaper you go the less uses you will get out of it.
You can shoot the fronts apart if you know what you are doing, that is the only time you really need spring compressors. The rears come apart and they all together fine without it.
But that being said I can supply the coilovers fully assembled with new hats in place taking away the need to take apart the shock assemblies altogether, and making a switch to stock a lot easier in the future.
Marcus
You can shoot the fronts apart if you know what you are doing, that is the only time you really need spring compressors. The rears come apart and they all together fine without it.
But that being said I can supply the coilovers fully assembled with new hats in place taking away the need to take apart the shock assemblies altogether, and making a switch to stock a lot easier in the future.
Marcus
10-09-2007, 07:11 PM
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anyone know if this will do?
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/CAL-513.html
http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/CAL-513.html
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=43753
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Originally Posted by MrHeeltoe
Any of those shown will do, but the cheaper you go the less uses you will get out of it.
You can shoot the fronts apart if you know what you are doing, that is the only time you really need spring compressors. The rears come apart and they all together fine without it.
But that being said I can supply the coilovers fully assembled with new hats in place taking away the need to take apart the shock assemblies altogether, and making a switch to stock a lot easier in the future.
Marcus
You can shoot the fronts apart if you know what you are doing, that is the only time you really need spring compressors. The rears come apart and they all together fine without it.
But that being said I can supply the coilovers fully assembled with new hats in place taking away the need to take apart the shock assemblies altogether, and making a switch to stock a lot easier in the future.
Marcus
dealer price = same price as his although i bet ordering from marcus would have saved me the wait for parts and the missing parts.
10-10-2007, 05:28 AM
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Originally Posted by vwong
That looks like the same one that can be rented from Autozone. I've used those before, but I don't like it. I prefer this one better.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=43753
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=43753
I forgot all about these. These are the better ones out of all that have been posted.
10-10-2007, 08:48 AM
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^^and cheaper. I just found out that my local advance auto parts does rent out a spring compressor so I will try that out. If it doesn't work I will probably purchase one of the above.
also, I am using the compressor to take pressure off the spring seat and locking nut so I can lower the rear suspension. I already have the superstreets installed.
also, I am using the compressor to take pressure off the spring seat and locking nut so I can lower the rear suspension. I already have the superstreets installed.
10-10-2007, 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX07
^^and cheaper. I just found out that my local advance auto parts does rent out a spring compressor so I will try that out. If it doesn't work I will probably purchase one of the above.
also, I am using the compressor to take pressure off the spring seat and locking nut so I can lower the rear suspension. I already have the superstreets installed.
also, I am using the compressor to take pressure off the spring seat and locking nut so I can lower the rear suspension. I already have the superstreets installed.
10-10-2007, 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX07
also, I am using the compressor to take pressure off the spring seat and locking nut so I can lower the rear suspension. I already have the superstreets installed.
I just use the wrenches and it lowers with no problems.
10-10-2007, 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by ILoveMyHonda
Why do you need a spring compressorto lower the SS'?
I just use the wrenches and it lowers with no problems.
I just use the wrenches and it lowers with no problems.
10-11-2007, 03:14 PM
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You can shoot the fronts apart if you know what you are doing, that is the only time you really need spring compressors. The rears come apart and they all together fine without it.
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