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#616713 - 10/16/09 07:08 AM Strut/Spring Compressor
Mickey Richaud Offline

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Anyone used this?

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=43753

Looks like it would do the job.
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#616723 - 10/16/09 08:08 AM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: Mickey Richaud]
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I borrowed a spring compressor for Ms Triss. (not that one) was still too big for a Midget
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#616760 - 10/16/09 10:19 AM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: JPSmit]
DrEntropy Offline
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Depends on the access you have to the spring. It says "strut" spring compressor in the ad, that usually means the unit is out of the vehicle when it is time to use the tool. It may be awkward to fit that rig into an LBC wheel well and get the proper purchase on the spring while in-situ. Tough to say without tryin' it. It would likely work on th' wedge front ones after you have the strut assembly out, tho.

Just my 2p. wink
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#616762 - 10/16/09 10:22 AM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: DrEntropy]
Mickey Richaud Offline

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Got one side out this morning. Shortened springs ~almost~ negate the need. They come apart without problems; reassembly I'm not so sure.
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#616766 - 10/16/09 10:34 AM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: Mickey Richaud]
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Take your time and just be sure they're positioned on the platform before compression and ya should be good-t-go.
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#616778 - 10/16/09 11:35 AM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: DrEntropy]
Mickey Richaud Offline

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I have a pair of the standard compressors. Will work fine for this; just lookin' at alternatives...
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#616799 - 10/16/09 02:12 PM Re: Strut/Spring Compressor [Re: Mickey Richaud]
tony barnhill Offline

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Can't talk about Triumphs; but, you don't need any type spring compressor for an MGB - the spring can't get out of its enclosure when all the tension is released.
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