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internal coil spring compressor
« on: 22 September 2014, 13:38:01 »
just thought i'd throw this out on the forum,i am trying to find anywhere that can hire me a coil spring compressor,it must be the internal type.any help will be much appreciated. i am based in the erdington area of birmingham. T.I.A mike :(
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #1 on: 22 September 2014, 13:47:43 »
Ratchet straps? They can be a mare though.

What's it for?  ...out of interest.
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #2 on: 22 September 2014, 14:43:33 »
Depending on how strong the spring is, several exhaust clamps might do the job. If you're carefull.
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #3 on: 22 September 2014, 14:56:14 »
need to change springs on a mb w210 3.2 diesel,as you can imagine the springs are very beefy, thats why i need the correct tool, i remembered how helpful this forum was when i had my 2.5 tractor
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #4 on: 22 September 2014, 15:12:50 »
In that case, forget both suggestions: you do need the proper tool.
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« Reply #5 on: 22 September 2014, 15:31:51 »
Agreed. Unfortunately can't help though. :(
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #6 on: 22 September 2014, 17:56:49 »
We talking about those DIY spring compressors that go on each side and you run them down?

Two words. Fek That.

Anyone ever seen one let go?  :o Check out theTube!
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« Reply #7 on: 22 September 2014, 18:11:37 »
How do you think i fitted my spacers,they are fine so long as you take your time and carefull.
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« Reply #8 on: 22 September 2014, 18:14:58 »
Quote from: 4x4 on 22 September 2014, 18:11:37
How do you think i fitted my spacers,they are fine so long as you take your time and carefull.

Fair enough mate but you wont catch me going near them  :y
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« Reply #9 on: 22 September 2014, 20:03:10 »
I have the correct tool you need but you are a bit far from me you are welcome to come along and use it if you would like but would cost a small fortune to post :y
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« Reply #10 on: 23 September 2014, 10:41:56 »
thankyou for the offer b4ndit,it's a shame you are so far away.
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #11 on: 23 September 2014, 11:11:49 »
Quote from: Webby the Bear on 22 September 2014, 17:56:49
We talking about those DIY spring compressors that go on each side and you run them down?

Two words. Fek That.

Anyone ever seen one let go?  :o Check out theTube!

Well you should use three of them and they are very safe as long as you are competent and sensible. :y
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #12 on: 23 September 2014, 11:42:26 »
Quote from: Marks DTM Calib on 23 September 2014, 11:11:49
Quote from: Webby the Bear on 22 September 2014, 17:56:49
We talking about those DIY spring compressors that go on each side and you run them down?

Two words. Fek That.

Anyone ever seen one let go?  :o Check out theTube!

Well you should use three of them and they are very safe as long as you are competent and sensible. :y

Still wouldnt.
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #13 on: 23 September 2014, 12:15:50 »
Quote from: Webby the Bear on 23 September 2014, 11:42:26
Quote from: Marks DTM Calib on 23 September 2014, 11:11:49
Quote from: Webby the Bear on 22 September 2014, 17:56:49
We talking about those DIY spring compressors that go on each side and you run them down?

Two words. Fek That.

Anyone ever seen one let go?  :o Check out theTube!

Well you should use three of them and they are very safe as long as you are competent and sensible. :y

Still wouldnt.

My thumbnail still grows in three pieces after I smashed my thumb to pieces when one slipped. Its called learning the hard way... I still use them but with a great deal more caution.
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Re: internal coil spring compressor
« Reply #14 on: 24 September 2014, 20:54:53 »
I thought that was what cable ties were for... ::)
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