by "Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
Published 11/09/2017 at 15:09
by "Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
Published 11/09/2017 at 15:09
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So I am going to do the struts on my 2012 Subaru Outback and I currently own the sketchy compressors
I am looking at buying this off eBay:
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But what I really really want is this but I can’t justify that amount of money right now
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Anyone have any experience with the hydraulic one? My biggest issue is I will only use this once. I may use it again but have no idea when. I have a place I can store it but damn it’s huge compared to the Branick.
"HammerheadFistpunch" (hammerheadfistpunch)
11/09/2017 at 15:15, STARS: 3
I just use the sketch ones and keep my face and other important bits out of the way
"CobraJoe" (cobrajoe)
11/09/2017 at 15:17, STARS: 0
I usually borrow the ones from Advance. They’re pretty sketcy, but built of decent steel and have clips to prevent slipping off the springs.
"Highlander-Datsuns are Forever" (jamesbowland)
11/09/2017 at 15:18, STARS: 0
You can buy the whole coil-shock assemble for a bit more.
"crowmolly" (crowmolly)
11/09/2017 at 15:18, STARS: 1
Same. I grease the threads and make a small sacrifice to the gods of Chinesium.
"DC3 LS, will be perpetually replacing cars until the end of time" (dc3ls-)
11/09/2017 at 15:20, STARS: 2
I would see if there’s a shop that would do that for you. Not the whole job, just take the coilovers to them and have them swap the shocks.
"Chuck 2(O=[][]=O)2" (pompei426)
11/09/2017 at 15:21, STARS: 2
Rent a better set from an autoparts store or buy a set with clips. Here’s a set on Amazon for $24: https://www.amazon.com/ATP-MacPherson-Strut-Spring-Compressor/dp/B072QTNK74/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1510258829&sr=8-6&keywords=spring+compressor&dpID=51b95KZQP5L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
11/09/2017 at 15:34, STARS: 0
I might just buy this. I like the looks of these.
"Chuck 2(O=[][]=O)2" (pompei426)
11/09/2017 at 15:44, STARS: 1
I have a set I don’t use because I have short stiff springs now. I’d sell them to you, but I cut them down for an 02. Do yourself a favor and but a decent set. Also, save yourself some stress when using them. Put them on, then jack up the assembly from the lower control arm. Tighten the compressors by hand. With this method, you shouldn’t have to swing the wrench 1/16th of a turn a million times. Ratchet straps and floor jacks are your friend.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
11/09/2017 at 15:46, STARS: 0
Oh, I never thought about doing them while they are still in the car. I like this thought. I have always done them on the bench.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
11/09/2017 at 15:47, STARS: 1
Also I always used an impact because BRAAAP!
"Chuck 2(O=[][]=O)2" (pompei426)
11/09/2017 at 15:51, STARS: 1
I used them while still on the car for the 2002. Due to being inside the fender, I couldn’t use the gun. Now thanks to short springs, it only takes about 2 hours to swap springs and shocks in all 4 corners.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
11/09/2017 at 15:54, STARS: 0
Just bought the set you recommended.
"3point8isgreat" (3point8isgreatest)
11/09/2017 at 16:18, STARS: 0
This is the set I have. Originally got it as a rental from Autozone that I ended up buying after having to cut them shorter to fit my car. Always still feels creepy handling them. You can feel the spring just wanting to do bad things.
"notsomethingstructural" (notsomethingstructural)
11/09/2017 at 16:26, STARS: 1
if you use an impact also use plenty of tap oil or you could either seize the compressor or shatter the bolt.
"RacingShark" (racingshark)
11/09/2017 at 16:43, STARS: 0
I’ve used that set a few times with stock and aftermarket springs. Only issue is the part that you screw doesn’t stick out much and sometimes, binds up against the spring. Makes it hard to get a socket on it to get it off. Maybe if you have a socket for each side and an impact, you can do some quick work.
"Nisman" (nisman)
11/09/2017 at 17:24, STARS: 0
I’ve used these before, they’re excellent. You can borrow them from autozone.
"Chuck 2(O=[][]=O)2" (pompei426)
11/09/2017 at 17:58, STARS: 0
You’ll be fine, just don’t be these ‘professional’ goobers. Always respect physics.
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"BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires" (biturbo228)
11/10/2017 at 04:47, STARS: 1
I’ve changed dozens of springs with the dodgier compressors to nil negative effect. The better ones are nice, but they strike me as unnecessarily big and bulky and difficult to get into the spaces where you actually need compressors to get into a lot of the time.
"Duck Duck Grey Duck FTMFW!" (theduckduck)
11/10/2017 at 08:55, STARS: 0
Will do. Thank you.
"ateamfan42" (ateamfan42)
11/10/2017 at 09:33, STARS: 0
I have a set like those pictured, and a set of older HF ones (two jaws on one end and a single on the other). Whenever possible, I use BOTH sets at the same time. I figure my odds against a failure are better with both in place.
I do want to get one of the single-action compressors. If nothing else, it should ensure both sides of the spring get compressed evenly:
https://www.harborfreight.com/single-action-strut-spring-compressor-43753.html
"uofime-2" (uofime-2)
11/10/2017 at 10:43, STARS: 0
Looks just like the set I rented then just bought from O’Reilleys. Worked great, not sketchy at all really