Which strut spring compressor?

[doclees]

Can anybody recommend a safe but not expensive strut spring compressor? I'm finding them online for between $30 to about $50.

 

[rudedog]

"clam shell" from harbor freight #43753-0VGA $39.00 I bought one of ebay for nearly twice that, then saw this one, same exact item. I've used it several times in the last few months, the only complaint i have is that the aluminum cross bars want to bind on the threads of the main bolt while you are trying to remove the tension from the spring after installing a new strut. Other than that, way better than having to pay to have it done.

 

[luigisho]

Why not use the 'loan-a-tool' program from Autozone? Put down a deposit and then get refunded when you return it = free.

 

[NWGRN94MTX]

We have had several of the Harbor Freight ones break on us. This is a "you get what you pay for" item.

 

[NotSoSlowSHO]

Ive got a Craftsman coil spring compressor set. Used it for half a dozen or so installs. And is even rated to work with an impact gun, to speed things up.

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/prod...fki.0&pid=00947057000&vertical=AUTO&ihtoken=1

 

[thecrew2999]

i rented one from advanced auto for a small fee which is returned after you return the compressor.

it was weak looking to me but held and i got all my fingers, toes and ribs so what the **** just rent it

 

[doclees]

Forgot about the Autozone loans. thanks guys.