From: Dan Buettner <danb@thelittlemacshop.com>
>I was able to use a set of spring compressors designed for MacPherson
>setups, though it was a bit awkward and came very close to not
>fitting right. I purchased them at my local auto parts store for
>$29.99. Mine differs from TRF's tool in that it is a two-piece
>design that clamps onto the outside of the spring.
I feel more comfortable with three.
>TRF's tool is a
>better one for this job, but is even more $ - though it's certainly
>not difficult to replicate with items bought at Home Depot.
Indeed. A theaded rod and some nuts and a plate, and you are off and
running.
Phil Ethier Saint Paul Minnesota USA
1970 Lotus Europa, 1992 Saturn SL2, 1986 Suburban, 1962 Triumph TR4 CT2846L
LOON, MAC pethier@isd.net http://www.mnautox.com/
"It makes a nice noise when it goes faster"
- 4-year-old Adam, upon seeing a bitmap of Grandma Susie's TR4.
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