Any site(s) with instructions and material list for making a spring compressor for the E34?
TIA
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Any site(s) with instructions and material list for making a spring compressor for the E34?
TIA
valve, suspension or piston return
suspension most likely
Although we built a double valve spring compressor recently lol
Easy. You'll need:
1) Tennis court
2) Wall or other solid object ~2.5-3' from the court. I've used planter boxes and sides of condos.
3) A quiet day when nobody is playing tennis
Now, squeeze the strut/shock assembly in between the solid object and the tennis court fence, ensuring the top bolt is easily accesible from INSIDE the court. Next, get inside the court (remember to wear not-marking, non-slip, comfortable shoes) and turn the top nut off, just as you would with a professional tool. Next, observe how much you flinch and how far the fence actually caves when the bolt finally busts loose.
OR, you can rent a real one for ~$10.
I don't condone use of the first 'tool' described ;)
Dave
Why the trouble? Go to Autozone and borrow them for free.Quote:
Originally Posted by JMI
off of Ebay for less than $20.00, when I dropped in the Eibachs.
I used a tow strap once, for the rears. Just cranked it down by hand, one side at a time. Wrapped it over the top and bottom coils. Didn't lose any fingers so I count it as a success... though I like Dave's method better.Quote:
Originally Posted by JMI
i don't recall a site with directions but google will find it for you in .0314 seconds
i'd use a few pieces of all thread, some nuts, some steel hooks, and an acetylene torch
It is dangerous when it breaks or slips (the selfmade one). That spring can injure you.
Buy one for your car or rent one.
That spring can kill you - not just injure you.
I paid $28 for one.