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front coil spring compression tool ideas?

To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
Subject: front coil spring compression tool ideas?
From: pjmill@sonic.net
Date: Thu, 4 Jan 2007 13:22:24 -0800 (PST)
Hi, All!

I'm doing a frame-off restoration of a Roadster.  I'm ready to compress
the front coil springs and reattach the spindle to the upper and lower
ball joints.

My question is, what have you frame-off folks done in the past to compress
that coil spring safely.  NOTE!  There is no body, engine or anything on
this frame, so the "jack underneath" method won't work --  no weight!  The
manual shows a special tool that fits into where the shock goes.  Has
anyone made one of these?

Any pointer would be GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks!

Paul




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