Spring Compressors to fit Eibachs

[wilbo]

Will these be suitable? Don't want to spend loads as they are not something that will get a lot of use.

http://www.screwfix.com/p/coil-spring-compressor-kit-2-piece-set/45986

 

[Grumpyowl]

I was going to say can't you hire some, but at that price if they're the right ones it's probably cheaper to buy.

 

[fearless]

I attempted with a similar set once, and gave in.

Used a mechanic's friends nice hydralic ones in the end.

It's very difficult to compress the springs with those types due to the shape of the spring and the amount to compression you actually need.

Just my experiences.

 

[andysat]

You would think they should be fit for purpose tho?

 

[wilbo]

Noticed machine mart sells 3 piece ones which seem a bit safer, although some comments about them being too long which could be an issue.

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/cht224-3piece-coil-spring-compressor

 

[ben g]

I bought mine on ebay which cost about a tenner. Work perfectly.

 

[wilbo]

I bought mine on ebay which cost about a tenner. Work perfectly.

Are they like either of the ones in the links above?

 

[ben g]

No, just standard ones.

 

[jan_tekin]

Noticed machine mart sells 3 piece ones which seem a bit safer, although some comments about them being too long which could be an issue.

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/cht224-3piece-coil-spring-compressor

What ones did you go with in the end? Tried to fit my H&Rs spring in the morning using some laser ones which look safer then the rest as there twin pronged but turned out to be no good as they don't compress the spring at all. I'd be gratefully for any recommendation that work

 

[GP06Roadster]

http://youtu.be/NGyCE9Gqm4o

I was considering getting the ones used in this video, just as they seem very strong and safe. They are about £73 on eBay delivered but I suppose I could always sell them after use and recoup some of that.

 

[wilbo]

Noticed machine mart sells 3 piece ones which seem a bit safer, although some comments about them being too long which could be an issue.

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/cht224-3piece-coil-spring-compressor

What ones did you go with in the end? Tried to fit my H&Rs spring in the morning using some laser ones which look safer then the rest as there twin pronged but turned out to be no good as they don't compress the spring at all. I'd be gratefully for any recommendation that work

I decided to fit the rears myself then get fronts done by a local Indy as I finally got a reasonable quote.

 

[jan_tekin]

http://youtu.be/NGyCE9Gqm4o

I was considering getting the ones used in this video, just as they seem very strong and safe. They are about £73 on eBay delivered but I suppose I could always sell them after use and recoup some of that.

They look like the safest option but for something I may only use once not sure I want to spend that much. Don't really want to sell them on as i may end up reverting back to the standard spring if i don't like the lowered springs.

I decided to fit the rears myself then get fronts done by a local Indy as I finally got a reasonable quote.

Fitted the rears yesterday. Removed the struts today only to find out mine were the incorrect type. Luckily its not a hard job its just having to correct tools to complete it.

 

[Toe-side]

I attempted with a similar set once, and gave in.

Used a mechanic's friends nice hydralic ones in the end.

It's very difficult to compress the springs with those types due to the shape of the spring and the amount to compression you actually need.

Just my experiences.

Listen to fearless he has a good point. I have changes front strut springs on a number of vehicles. Changing standard length springs on the Z4 front struts is 'hairy' with DIY spring compressors
A local garage will probably do it for 5-10 quid cash with a nice hydraulic unit safely.(if you walk in with the struts and springs removed)
The Only + is you are fitting shorter springs so it may be slightly easier to get the end spring cap on. Be careful. :!:
I have the ones like screw fix btw.

 

[lotus791]

I use one of these on a regular basis http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RE231-NEW-SEALEY-COIL-SPRING-HYDRAULIC-COMPRESSOR-/261203062981?_trksid=p2054897.l4275


The old type screw up ones are for grandas and capris when you see one ping off you'll never use them again ... Modern springs have much more pressure required to compress.