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

Thanks

Rich

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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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Ha? Eye protection? Try a hockey mask.. And even then, if you caught one square, you'd know it.. My point is be careful with those spring compressors...

 

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

Thanks

 

X2! Let me get this straight, you wont use the proper tool made out of metal but will trust a piece of cloth with stitching made in Taiwan??? Very unsafe just rent the proper tool, take your time and be patient. This is meant for whoever suggested the strap.

 

either let it drop out enough to get it on, or get spring compressors. other options are foolish.

 

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

 

well what does logic tell you? coil spring compressors are specifically designed to compress coils. ratchet straps were designed to hold cargo down.

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.

 

I will be watching this thread...

 

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.

 

Some of the higher quality compressors like mine have a bolt that holds the clamp to the spring.

 

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!

 

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