Re: [DML] Re: front coil spring removal

[mike.griese@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

Not exactly.  The problem with spring compressors and cars like the
DeLorean is space.  It is difficult to get the compressors evenly spaced
so the spring compresses evenly.  The straps do a much better job of
working in a confined space - and they don't slip down the coil or twist.

You do not need a spring compressor to release the spring once it is 
out of the car.  The straps can be removed by loosening each strap a 
little bit in turn.  

It is true that you still need a compressor to put a new spring into the
car.  Because of the space issue, I compress the spring and then 
put on the straps before putting the spring into the car.  This way 
you can put the compressor on the top and bottom coil, which gives
you much more compression than having to leave room between coils
for the compressor jaws.  And the straps are cheap - you can get 
enough for all 4 springs for about $25 at most any hardware store
and you have a dozen tie-down straps when you are done.

--
Mike


-------------- Original message from "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>: -------------- 


> 
> 
> 
> This method is only good if you are removing and replacing the same 
> springs. If you are changing the springs, say to lower the car, you 
> will have to get a spring compressor to get the new springs to go in. 
> And you will still have the old springs under considerable pressure 
> with the straps that you cannot release without a spring compressor. 
> You must also make very sure you have compressed the springs more than 
> enough. If you can't get the spring back in you have no way of 
> tightening it anymore. With all the drawbacks to this method it is not 
> preferable to a spring compressor. You can rent the compressors from 
> many auto parts stores and a really good one to buy is $75 max. I have 
> one I bought for $48 and it is fine. Some stores rent them for free 
> asking only for a deposit so you will return it. BTW if you wanted to 
> paint the spring while it is out the straps are in the way. You will 
> need an internal compressor for the fronts and an external for the 
> rears. The rear compressor is around $75 also. I got an external at 
> Sears for $38 on sale. Snap-On wanted $150 for essentialy the same thing. 
> David Teitelbaum 
> vin 10757 
> 

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