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Need a spring compressor for changing the front coils. Any recommendations on brand? Thanks in advance.
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Buy the best one you can get....no Taiwan specials!! I bought a professional grade one from my local Napa store....also don't ever use an impact wrench for compressing the spring...only a ratchet/breaker bar. The compressed spring is like holding a hand grenade you need to be careful. Some guys attach a small chain to the spring/frame for removal, in case it jumps out.

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I agree a spring compressor is not the place to skimp...
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Thanks Wilma, I'll go check out NAPA.
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Bill, Call ME, I have what you need...........

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Thanks Chuck!
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Schucks has the good ones, they rent for cheap or just loan out if your a reg cust.
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