If there is any question in your mind that what you have isn't strong enough then go borrow a set from the auto parts store. That's what I did when installing my SAW coilovers.
These popped off when doing mine. I rented the ones from Orilieys. Like $50 that you get back when you return them.Do you think these spring compressors are strong enough for disassembling the struts. The bolts are 16 mm fine thread in diameter, or about 5/8''. They worked fine on my daily driver but that's a 3800 lbs car vs the Titan's 5800. I only have one pair.
Didn't know to drop the sway bar.Why did you compress your coils on the SAWS?!?!?!
No personal experience, but reviews aren't great on that ^^^ unit.
The compressor - Koch KT20252 - I got years ago for work on BMW and Mercedes should work with the strut off the vehicle. I did a quick look at the Koch website, and I can't get my unit to come up, so may be discontinued. Bav Auto lists a similar unit - about $250. BMW Parts and BMW Accessories | Bavarian Autosport Search for P/N B8800017. Ebay has same style at a third that cost - but tool brands I don't recognize.
In any event, I have used my compressor quite a bit - safe, works quite well, and heavy as h3ll. Plan on clamping the tool in a vice, then all is good. Recommend this style - see photos.
If there is any question in your mind that what you have isn't strong enough then go borrow a set from the auto parts store. That's what I did when installing my SAW coilovers.
I did some searching but seems we don't have any auto tools rental shops here.These popped off when doing mine. I rented the ones from Orilieys. Like $50 that you get back when you return them.
I've found the noname cheap one on ebay. I'm tempted to buy one since it will be useful for my other cars. Does yours feel safe even on truck springs? They say it's for mcphearson struts so I'm thinking it's for passenger cars primarily.The compressor - Koch KT20252 - I got years ago for work on BMW and Mercedes should work with the strut off the vehicle. I did a quick look at the Koch website, and I can't get my unit to come up, so may be discontinued. Bav Auto lists a similar unit - about $250. BMW Parts and BMW Accessories | Bavarian Autosport Search for P/N B8800017. Ebay has same style at a third that cost - but tool brands I don't recognize.
In any event, I have used my compressor quite a bit - safe, works quite well, and heavy as h3ll. Plan on clamping the tool in a vice, then all is good. Recommend this style - see photos.
Thanks. I'll try and get some quotes from a couple of nearby shops so I can compare to buying proper tools.sometimes the threaded rod types do`nt have the same coil wire size clamp as the coils being worked on.
I`ve used my trusty Craftsman on the FJ and the Titan, but being ultra careful while doing so.
a shop could possible do it for a few buck with their wall mounted unit.