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January 26th, 2010, 04:04 PM
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Strut springs
I'm going to change the strut springs on my '98 prarie 400. I could use a little "how to" advise, especially about where to get a spring compressor tool that will work well. Thanks in advance.
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January 26th, 2010, 04:27 PM
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I'm going to change the strut springs on my '98 prarie 400. I could use a little "how to" advise, especially about where to get a spring compressor tool that will work well. Thanks in advance.
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I don't know if struts need a different spring compressor then regular shocks, but the HL compressor seems to be well liked and works for all kinds of shocks.
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January 26th, 2010, 08:58 PM
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I know of some who have used a large C clamp to compress the spring and then heavy duty zip ties to keep it compressed while they take the strut off. I have not done this personally, but would probably use a ton of zip ties just in case. You would not want the spring to unload unexpectedly. A person could really get hurt. Maybe a ratchet strap might work better.
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January 26th, 2010, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Adirondack Man
I know of some who have used a large C clamp to compress the spring and then heavy duty zip ties to keep it compressed while they take the strut off. I have not done this personally, but would probably use a ton of zip ties just in case. You would not want the spring to unload unexpectedly. A person could really get hurt. Maybe a ratchet strap might work better.
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Right...Just ask Slumlord about springs...and holes in doors.... 
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January 27th, 2010, 05:21 PM
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Nope, don't do it! Death awaits! Do a search on changing springs and read my tail of woe!
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January 27th, 2010, 05:22 PM
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Get the correct tool from HL. It works fine. The rigging in the shop is a disaster waiting to happen!
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January 28th, 2010, 11:50 AM
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Thanks guys, I know rigging the spring compression can be dangerous, that's why I'm looking for the best tool. It's my understanding that the HL tool only works on shocks not struts. Harbor freight has a MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor Set ITEM 3980-1VGA for $14.99. This sounds kinda "cheap" to me. I like low prices but don't want it to fail under load either. Anyone have any experience with this tool?
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'03 250ex Honda (Red)
22" Swamplites on ITP aluminum wheels, 1.5" wheel spacers, DG front and rear bumpers, Power Madd hand gaurds, FMF pipe.
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January 28th, 2010, 11:57 AM
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I have not had experience with that tool but there other stuff has treated me well. I would feel confident that if this is a one time use go for it.
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That Macpherson strut tool is intended for automobile struts. It may not be small enough for ATV springs...
It is a set of Claw compressors, not the one on the wall....for $14.99
These are not very safe... but a-lot better than a rig, You don't even what to know how I did mine! lol
These look decent for 40 bucks tho:
Single Action Strut Spring Compressor
I cant post URLs... this one is safer than the 14.99 one ... IMO I haven't seen the HL one yet.
EDIT: I just looked at the HL Spring compressor and it is the same style as the single action one Im talking about, with a different design specific to ATV springs. It is 49.99... not quite sure from the picture exactly how it works but it looks simple to use.
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September 10th, 2010, 07:55 PM
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It works awesome. I got one to do mine after tearing half my shop down with "rigging one up".
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