The spring compressor hooks can handle spring diameters from 3.5-inch to 11.5-inch and compress 3,000 pounds. Align the lower three spring hooks with the spring coils, making sure the coil is dead ...

Tighten spindle strut clamp nuts. Jack up suspension arm under ball-joint, so the spring is compressed tightly between perches and the spring compressor can be wiggled. Gently loosen the spring ...

9. Rear shock replacement is easy. Keep vehicle weight on the coil springs or use a spring compressor to stabilize spring tension. Disconnect shocks on top like this before disconnecting the bottom.

Yes, safely. Most factory replacement struts come without coil springs, and you’ll need a spring compressor and a lot of force to remove the coils from the original struts to put onto your new ones.