compressing a up-country spring with a rachet strap
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compressing a up-country spring with a rachet strap
To add a 2" spacer, i have read that some people use a rachet strap to get the spring to compress enough to get it in, will this work. It is just like the yellow ones and has a 10,000lb break strength
I figure between this and a little man handling it should get over that last little hump
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http://www.lowes.com/pd_317646-50881...3D1&facetInfo=
I figure between this and a little man handling it should get over that last little hump
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Rich
http://www.lowes.com/pd_317646-50881...3D1&facetInfo=
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Or you can rent a coil spring compressor from your local auto parts store. There is a small cover charge that is reimbursed when you return it. They are much safer than a ratchet strap.
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BE CAREFUL AND WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Otherwise, for a few bucks more, buy a set of these -
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...6119_200396119
One of the best tools I've ever bought. Used them more then I can count, still work flawlessly. And safe too.
Otherwise, for a few bucks more, buy a set of these -
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...6119_200396119
One of the best tools I've ever bought. Used them more then I can count, still work flawlessly. And safe too.
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its a lot safer to remove the lower control arm on one side, the trac bar and shock and letting the front end drop out. ratchet straps are a very dumb choice with coils. or you could go to autozone, oriellys etc and rent a set of coil compressors.
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That is the thing I am confused about, is some people say to avoid Compressor's and others say to avoid ratchet straps.
I just want to do this safely but on the cheap
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I just want to do this safely but on the cheap
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Originally Posted by cdawall
its a lot safer to remove the lower control arm on one side, the trac bar and shock and letting the front end drop out. ratchet straps are a very dumb choice with coils. or you could go to autozone, oriellys etc and rent a set of coil compressors.
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either let it drop out enough to get it on, or get spring compressors. other options are foolish.
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Remember, spring compressors are completely safe when used correctly! Even if you have never used one before, most rental kits (Advance Auto Parts, O' Reiley's etc..) come with instructions. Rent the tool and live to jeep another day
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the safest method(and cheapest, though more labour intensive) is to unbolt LCA, trackbar and draglink and just drop the axle to remove the spring. but if you are in a rush use coil compressors, lots of people say they are risky(though i can assure you, straps are much more risky) and maybe i am tempting fate but i have used my KD tools compressors on many occasions without issue.
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Use spring compressors, they were made for the job. A ratchet strap may work but it might slip off really easily. There is a ton of potential energy built up in those things when they are compressed. Certainly enough to break bones all over your face if it let loose. Usually though when I use a spring compressor I like to fold over tiny pieces of sandpaper so it's doublesided and put it in between the spring and the tool, seems to help considerably with gripping the coil.
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Originally Posted by Dan91
Use spring compressors, they were made for the job. A ratchet strap may work but it might slip off really easily. There is a ton of potential energy built up in those things when they are compressed. Certainly enough to break bones all over your face if it let loose. Usually though when I use a spring compressor I like to fold over tiny pieces of sandpaper so it's doublesided and put it in between the spring and the tool, seems to help considerably with gripping the coil.
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If you use ratchett straps you'll be asking for trouble also dont use cheapo compressors as they can be nearly as dangerous, just ask this guy! http://www.benzworld.org/forums/atta...essor-hand.jpg
When you use the compressors lay the springs on the floor at right angles to your feet and tighten up each clamp a little at a time until the springs are compressed just enough to fit in as to keep the kinetic energy stored in the springs to a minimum. When moving the springs keep them vertical and at arms length. Have fun and as long as you remember dentists don't come cheap you'll be fine!
When you use the compressors lay the springs on the floor at right angles to your feet and tighten up each clamp a little at a time until the springs are compressed just enough to fit in as to keep the kinetic energy stored in the springs to a minimum. When moving the springs keep them vertical and at arms length. Have fun and as long as you remember dentists don't come cheap you'll be fine!
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