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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 01:55 PM
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Installing new stock coil springs on my 94 XJ 4.0 4WD. I don't have an impact drive, just a regular drill. Is there some kind of adaptor I could use on drill for strut compressor when doing install/uninstall so I don't have to wrench so much? Would prefer not to remove LCA and/or track bar. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 01:58 PM
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Yes they make them. They look like a 1/2 inch drive extension with three flats on one end. I have one and they are kind of handy.

I suppose you could make your own by cutting an extension and grinding some flats on it yourself.

Be careful, spring compression ain't no joke.

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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 02:05 PM
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Just Google "drill socket adaptor". They make all kinds.
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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 05:16 PM
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You shouldn't need a spring compressor for the front coils, just take the shocks and sway bar loose, the springs will almost fall out.
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Old Sep 14, 2016 | 07:38 PM
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Thanks Jimbo! Got what I needed.
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Old Sep 15, 2016 | 12:48 AM
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Bustedback is right you can put the jeep on jack stands loosen the shock and sway bar end links,Then take a jack under the side of the axle you want and slowly lower it the spring will almost just fall out on its on.
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