Manufacturer | freebirdtrading |
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Brand | 8MILELAKE |
Item Weight | 19.8 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 2.17 x 0.98 x 0.59 inches |
Item model number | Spring Tool |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer Part Number | SZ |
8MILELAKE Macpherson Strut Spring Compressor Kit Interchangeable Fork Coil Extractor Tool Set
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- Professional Multi Use MacPherson Interchangeable Fork Spring Compressor Set
- Compresses all types of MacPherson style coil springs front and rear.
- Includes three sets of jaws: 2 each of, 65-125mm, 88-160mm and 126-212mm
- The coil spring compressors are manufactured under very strict quality control and are approved to endure extremely high loads.
- SGS Test Report: The Max Force 4487 KG. No impact wrench! Hand ratchet only.
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Easy to use | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.4 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Sturdiness | 4.4 | 4.8 | — | — | 3.7 | 4.6 |
Safety Features | — | 4.4 | — | 4.8 | 4.4 | — |
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Product Description
Maximum workinng stroke:317mm 3 pairs of C jaws for a wide of vehicle applications.
Silver color: 5.0 inches-8.3 inches (126-212mm).
Black color: 3.5 inches-6.3 inches (88-160mm)
Golden color: 2.6 inches-4.9 inches (65-125mm) 3 pairs of yellow covers help protect lacquered springs surface from damage. Blow mold case for storage.
Made by forged high carbon steel.
Heat treatment would help carbon steel achieve high hardness and and good wear resistance, which can provide a longer service lifetime.
This material has high surface brightness, hard surface,scratch resistance, and metal tightness.
This material is widely applied in industry and manufacturing especially tool and mold.
Kit Includes:
1 Compression Rod
6 Yokes
1 Adjustment Hook
6 Fixing Screws
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You can compress the spring effortlessly in a safe linear method by simply tightening the nut on the compressor body and the tool kit has a wide availability of spare yokes |
The yoke extension bracket allows used on conical springs and supplied with three pairs of different sized interchangeable yokes for a wide range of vehicles |
Designed to compress various types of Macpherson style coil springs front and rear and the jaws are easily changed. |
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ASIN | B01DP2CDJU |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #14,191 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive) #11 in Suspension Tools |
Date First Available | April 1, 2016 |
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Customers are happy with the quality, performance, ease of use, value, and compressing of the auto accessory. They mention that its heavy duty, works perfectly for changing out the springs, and is a very convenient tool. They are also happy with safety, and tightness. However, some customers are mixed on weight.
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Customers like the quality of the auto accessory. They mention that it is heavy duty, the tool is super beefy, and it feels totally secure. Some say that they prefer these over the 2 piece Macpherson Strut Spring.
"...What a difference this tool makes! Quick to setup, easy to use and very strong...." Read more
"...That said, I was impressed with the sturdiness of the compressor...." Read more
"...This kit is super heavy duty… the case with everything in it has substantial weight...." Read more
"...The plastic protectors already broke (I didn't use them anyway). I would highly recommend these. I did see a review of a set that snapped...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the auto accessory. They mention that it works well and is perfect for changing out the springs on their RZR.
"...I have used it on several different vehicles and it has worked perfectly on all of them...." Read more
"...I used this tool to change out the shocks on a Mazda Miata and it worked great. The tool was very stable and was easy to use." Read more
"...to buy this kit for a front spring job on a Mercedes E320 and it worked brilliantly...." Read more
"Used this on a 2014 sequoia and a 2012 impala. Works great and would recommend to anyone" Read more
Customers find the spring compressor easy to use. They mention that it works well and is a convenient tool for changing springs or making ride height. Customers also say that it is simple to make and can be attached to a wall or tool box.
"...What a difference this tool makes! Quick to setup, easy to use and very strong...." Read more
"...Keep the screw lubed and it’s almost effortless. Says no impact and to be honest there’s no need for one...." Read more
"...The tool was very stable and was easy to use." Read more
"...I was super apprehensive about the first coil I did, but the second was fast and easy...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the auto accessory. They say it's worth the price and is well worth buying.
"...that most home garage mechanics will use very often, but it is worth the price just the same...." Read more
"...It’s a really good design. Definitely worth the money." Read more
"...Drive screw doesn’t get in the way either. Worth the extra $$$ over twin drive screw types." Read more
"...3. It's very reasonably priced.4. It is compact, and takes up very little space both in use and in storage...." Read more
Customers like the compression of the auto accessory. They say it's very useful for compressing springs, and it'll never slip at all. The tool is easy to use and has solid coil capture and compression.
"...This tool though effortlessly compresses the springs with no flexing or distortion. Keep the screw lubed and it’s almost effortless...." Read more
"...To my delight, the springs compressed rather easily and without any issues...." Read more
"...large tongue to make it fit on a 4 coils spring and still it did not compress it enough to take the cap off -- See photos...." Read more
"This spring compressor is great! I was super apprehensive about the first coil I did, but the second was fast and easy...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the safety of the auto accessory. They mention that it is a safety tool, and it is much safer than the standard compressor that they are used to. They also say that it's the most versatile tool and the most secure tool they have ever used.
"...It seems much safer than the standard compressor that we are all used to. The large set of seats in the kit are perfect for a truck size coil...." Read more
"...I felt very safe and secure. It knocked out a large coil that had to compress 8”...." Read more
"...Easy to setup, quick to compress the spring and most importantly SAFE! Had the spring swapped to new strut in 5 min. Great!!! Highly recommend!" Read more
"By far the safest spring compressor that I’ve used. Sure, shops have wall mounted units that are amazing, but for the home mechanic these are it...." Read more
Customers like the tightness of the spring adjuster. They say it allows them to tighten the spring without having to stand in front of it, and it locks in with no slippage. The spring is fully/completely seated around the horseshoe-shaped holder, both top and bottom. It works well and makes changing strut spring a joy.
"...I used a 22mm ratcheting box wrench and it was quite easy to tighten and loosen the compressor jaws...." Read more
"...1. The spring is fully/completely seated around the 'horseshoe' shaped holder, both top and bottom.2...." Read more
"...Allows me to tighten the spring without having to stand in front of it...." Read more
"...on your vehicles this product makes it easy to change shocks, bump stops & springs. Heavy duty tool...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the weight of the air compressor. Some mention that it's quite hefty, while others say that it is heavy duty. The whole kit itself is heavy, and the plastic blow-molded case has very thin and flimsy latches.
"...very minor negative is that the blue plastic blow-molded case has very thin/flimsy latches, and the shipment arrived with one of them broken off..." Read more
"...the blow molded case is nice, especially since this compressor is quite hefty...." Read more
"...I decided to finally buy this and try it out.The tool is heavy, but I had the spring compressed and strut replaced in 10 minutes...." Read more
"...This solution looked sturdier and really is. This is not a lightweight piece of equipment...." Read more
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This isn't a tool that most home garage mechanics will use very often, but it is worth the price just the same. It will work for just about any automotive coil spring, from small cars to larger pickups.
The only very minor negative is that the blue plastic blow-molded case has very thin/flimsy latches, and the shipment arrived with one of them broken off inside of the shipping box.
I'm also a tool critic and the first thing I read on Amazon are the 1-star ratings. Sure, there a few cases where the compressor failed. This can happen to any tool under load, so the best thing to do IMHO, is to place the strut and compressor on the floor or a workbench surface. This way, if there is a problem the spring is not going to launch at your face and/or head. Always proceed with caution and always wear safety glasses.
That said, I was impressed with the sturdiness of the compressor. I used it for the front struts on my 2014 Dodge Charger R/T, which is a heavy vehicle with a V8 engine being carried by the front end. To my delight, the springs compressed rather easily and without any issues.
A tip for using would be to capture the first full coil at either end of the spring. In making this approach, as the spring compresses, the load on the spring dampers is released rather quickly. In contrast, if you only get 1-2 full coils between the compressor jaws, then the spring sections outboard of the compressor jaws are going to keep expanding as the middle section is compressed. You'll wind up having to apply a higher overall load. So remember, get as many coils between the jaws as possible.
A stern warning is to be sure to use the hex-head screws (one for each jaw) to affix the jaw to the compressor. You don't want to take a short-cut here and worry about a jaw slipping off of the compressor.
You could use an impact on the compressor nut, but it really isn't necessary. I used a 22mm ratcheting box wrench and it was quite easy to tighten and loosen the compressor jaws.
Lastly, make sure that the ends of the spring coils sit in their proper position of the spring dampers. Take pictures before you start, and you'll figure this out.
Can't go wrong for $120, as it would probably cost you $40 to ship this kit to someone yourself.
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023
I'm also a tool critic and the first thing I read on Amazon are the 1-star ratings. Sure, there a few cases where the compressor failed. This can happen to any tool under load, so the best thing to do IMHO, is to place the strut and compressor on the floor or a workbench surface. This way, if there is a problem the spring is not going to launch at your face and/or head. Always proceed with caution and always wear safety glasses.
That said, I was impressed with the sturdiness of the compressor. I used it for the front struts on my 2014 Dodge Charger R/T, which is a heavy vehicle with a V8 engine being carried by the front end. To my delight, the springs compressed rather easily and without any issues.
A tip for using would be to capture the first full coil at either end of the spring. In making this approach, as the spring compresses, the load on the spring dampers is released rather quickly. In contrast, if you only get 1-2 full coils between the compressor jaws, then the spring sections outboard of the compressor jaws are going to keep expanding as the middle section is compressed. You'll wind up having to apply a higher overall load. So remember, get as many coils between the jaws as possible.
A stern warning is to be sure to use the hex-head screws (one for each jaw) to affix the jaw to the compressor. You don't want to take a short-cut here and worry about a jaw slipping off of the compressor.
You could use an impact on the compressor nut, but it really isn't necessary. I used a 22mm ratcheting box wrench and it was quite easy to tighten and loosen the compressor jaws.
Lastly, make sure that the ends of the spring coils sit in their proper position of the spring dampers. Take pictures before you start, and you'll figure this out.
Can't go wrong for $120, as it would probably cost you $40 to ship this kit to someone yourself.
This kit is super heavy duty… the case with everything in it has substantial weight. The kit includes 3 different sets of forks to match the diameter of your spring. The forks each have a plastic cover on them to help prevent scratches to your springs while in use. The forks attach to the main tool with a sit in groove design and are secured by included hex bolts. You’ll need a 5mm hex wrench in order to tighten them down. If you have conical springs you can mix and match the forks and use the included extension bar to line up a smaller fork with a larger form so the conical spring is correctly aligned in the tool.
To use the tool first install the proper size forks and lock them down with the bolts, then simply turn the large bolt at the end of the tool to move the forks closer together until the are in a position where you can fit the spring between them and have the forks resting on two coils of the spring with enough room in between for it to be compressed. Then continue tightening the bolt to drive the spring coils together. You’ll need a 22mm socket (the instructions say 21mm, but it’s actually 22mm), preferably 1/2” drive, to perform the compression turns on the bolt.
There is enough room on the open end of the forks to add a single rod from one of the standard, scary, compression tools if you’d like to attach one for just a little extra margin of safety.
I used this tool to change out the shocks on a Mazda Miata and it worked great. The tool was very stable and was easy to use.
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2022
This kit is super heavy duty… the case with everything in it has substantial weight. The kit includes 3 different sets of forks to match the diameter of your spring. The forks each have a plastic cover on them to help prevent scratches to your springs while in use. The forks attach to the main tool with a sit in groove design and are secured by included hex bolts. You’ll need a 5mm hex wrench in order to tighten them down. If you have conical springs you can mix and match the forks and use the included extension bar to line up a smaller fork with a larger form so the conical spring is correctly aligned in the tool.
To use the tool first install the proper size forks and lock them down with the bolts, then simply turn the large bolt at the end of the tool to move the forks closer together until the are in a position where you can fit the spring between them and have the forks resting on two coils of the spring with enough room in between for it to be compressed. Then continue tightening the bolt to drive the spring coils together. You’ll need a 22mm socket (the instructions say 21mm, but it’s actually 22mm), preferably 1/2” drive, to perform the compression turns on the bolt.
There is enough room on the open end of the forks to add a single rod from one of the standard, scary, compression tools if you’d like to attach one for just a little extra margin of safety.
I used this tool to change out the shocks on a Mazda Miata and it worked great. The tool was very stable and was easy to use.
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I replaced the rear shocks of a 2012 Can Am Commander and it was safe and easy to use.
With that out of the way, if all you've ever used before is those $20-$30 compressors (there is NO tool that scares me more than those - I used them a few times, and there'd be just no way to predict when that cast clamp is going to break - and then, look the h*** out!), you'll immediately appreciate how much better in every way these are. No chance of slipping if you're even moderately paying attention to alignment, even compression of the spring side-to-side, quick/easy/secure setup on the spring. Could not have been more pleased with the quality. Would've preferred if they were closer to $100, but the price is what it is.
On my current (2000-2016) VWs, the middle-sized plate handled the front springs, and the smallest plates handled the rear springs perfectly. I know they say not to use impact tools in the listing, but the instructions seem to indicate that impact tools are to be expected (?).