<VV> Installing Rear Coil Springs

[Gregory Popp]

Good Morning All,

I wish to thank all for the helpful tips and suggestions.  I will be trying
Rick's suggestion to re-install the new springs as it appears to be the most
controlled from a stored energy standpoint.  (I beat myself up enough during
my mountain bike rides - I do not think I need to add another method to the
mix.)

Once again, thank you for your suggestions.

-Greg Popp

On Tue, Dec 30, 2008 at 6:55 AM, Rick Norris <ricknorris at suddenlink.net>wrote:

>
> Greg,
> There is a spring compressor that I use consisting of two large screws with
> hooks that clamp on the outside of the spring and you can use a ratchet to
> compress the spring enough to get it out. Much safer than the other methods
> discribed here so far!
> I think some are competing for the Darwin Awards!
>
> Rick Norris
> #36 Sunoco Corvair
> www.corvairalley.com
>
>> Hello,
>>
>> I am looking for suggestions on how to install rear coil springs on a late
>> model ('68).  The spring compressor I rented from the local parts store
>> will
>> not work as it requires access to its screw from along the coil spring's
>> center axis - something a Corvair does not allow with its upper "cone" and
>> the lower "bump".
>>
>> I have thought about removing the lower rear strut and the half-shaft to
>> see
>> if I can pivot the torque arm away from the upper spring mount in an
>> effort
>> to gain more room but I do not know if this will help.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Gregory Popp
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