james2747
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Can the rear spring be removed using normal spring compressors?
I have recently purchased the car and in the service records it showed both rear springs were replaced in 2008.
I noticed this week that one side of rear was sitting about 3cm lower and further investigation found the drivers side rear spring was broken very near the bottom coil ... so still drivable.
I've had a quick 'read around' on how to replace the rear spring but it mentions special compressors .... can the job of replacing the spring be done without these?
I do have 2 lots of 'standard' spring compressors ... one large size ... one small size but access at the rear doesn't look great.
Any help appreciated.
I have recently purchased the car and in the service records it showed both rear springs were replaced in 2008.
I noticed this week that one side of rear was sitting about 3cm lower and further investigation found the drivers side rear spring was broken very near the bottom coil ... so still drivable.
I've had a quick 'read around' on how to replace the rear spring but it mentions special compressors .... can the job of replacing the spring be done without these?
I do have 2 lots of 'standard' spring compressors ... one large size ... one small size but access at the rear doesn't look great.
Any help appreciated.