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Nobby



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Spring Compressor
Hi, I need some help or guidance to find a retailer of a spring compression tool as mine are not up to the job. I have a set that are 10" but this will not compress the springs sufficiently to get the new +1 progressive springs in. So assuming I need to purchase longer length set or if anyone has a set I can borrow?
I have the chassis on axle stands, shock removed and even used the trick from one of the threads to apply a little lift on opposite axle. I just can't get the new springs compressed enough. _______________________________
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Post #319985 29th Mar 2014 11:40am
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custom90



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Could Chris not help you? Smile
Post #319990 29th Mar 2014 11:58am
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The 'health and safety' gurus will be all over me for this one but as your need is relatively urgent and you're ready to fit by the sound of it:

If you can use your smaller compression tool to compress a section of your new springs some strategically placed heavy duty cable ties (or strops) can retain the compression. Move the tool and compress another section, progress until it is compressed sufficiently for your needs. Be careful and use sufficient ties.

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Post #319991 29th Mar 2014 12:01pm
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If you have undone both dampers, removed both wheel, released both springs, and removed the ARB fixing. Then you should not need spring compressors.

But if you do for some strange reason then just use the ones you've got to compress as much of the spring as they can, and that should be enough.

What is stopping the axle from dropping? Radius arms?

What brackets are you fitting them with?

Andy
Post #320005 29th Mar 2014 1:27pm
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Nobby



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Thanks everyone, C90Steve, killer just a bit too far, K9F I have some ratchet straps so may try that, Landy Andy only had one wheel of, may be do both at once. Also your views on having both wheels off and dampers made me think the HD anti roll bar may be worth removing as I'm replacing it with the original. _______________________________
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Post #320014 29th Mar 2014 2:39pm
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Dave-H



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As Andy said .. Over the years I've fitted many springs, from Standard/HD/2" lifted etc etc to many Defenders ... Never needed a spring compressor.

With both wheels off and the shocks disconnected [And ARB if fitted] Whack axle stands under the chassis and drop axle as far as it goes Thumbs Up

Even on 2" lift springs, with a bit of extra 'Foot' pressure on the hub, you have ample space to ping the springs in .... Cool Guns and Landrovers .... anything else is irrelevant.
Post #320015 29th Mar 2014 2:43pm
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Spring compressor available for use if needed, and I'm not a million miles away.
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Post #320841 1st Apr 2014 7:54pm
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Nobby



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Hi Ozzy57 I replied via PM but it kept telling me there was an issue! Thank you. _______________________________
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Post #320949 1st Apr 2014 10:36pm
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ozzy57



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I had the same issue when I tried to PM you.
Anyway, got yours now. It wasn't me!
Post #321080 2nd Apr 2014 5:44pm
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Yer mate, you wont need no compressors. Jack up and let the axle drop will be more than enough to get standard height springs in place Thumbs Up CSK Automotive
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Post #321084 2nd Apr 2014 6:10pm
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JR



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I put a +40mm set of springs on my 90 without compressors! Just jacked up the body with the shocks (rear) disconnected. Easy peasy.....
Post #321098 2nd Apr 2014 7:35pm
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I used a small bottle jack to push the axle down further when i did it before. Defender puma dormobile camper
Post #321105 2nd Apr 2014 7:50pm
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Nobby



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Thanks everyone, I'll be making another attempt this weekend. _______________________________
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Post #321130 2nd Apr 2014 9:17pm
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Ken B



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Look forward to hearing how you get on as i need to replace some +2 springs and dampers (a little old and ready for refresh) so looking at what to buy and if i can do at home myself Defender 90 TD5 County -
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Post #321471 4th Apr 2014 8:16am
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Nobby



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Well after putting into practice the advice given here, the new springs are in very simple just as stated by everyone. Even had time to change the rear ARB. _______________________________
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Post #321805 5th Apr 2014 10:19pm
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