Which spring compressor?

[horwitzs]

Which is the proper type of compressor that I should get for the rear springs?



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[Littlejon]

You could use either, but I have the type in picture #2 so I can use it on the front springs too. I haven't had a need to use them in the back yet though.

[Mr D]

I've only ever used the second type and haven't had any problems with them.

[horwitzs]

10-4, thanks for the fast answers guys!

[RedneckJeep]

You cannot use the first type on the Jeep......at least not without a LOT of trouble. It's made for older cars with shock holes in the lower control arms.

[spinlock]

Yeah, I was wondering how you would get the "fork" portion into the spring.

If you get the second type, make sure they have the 4 safety pins like the ones in the picture. They are not much more expensive and IMO a lot safer to use when you handle the compressed springs.

[whpony96]

Why bother? With the JK you can lower either axle way beyond what you need to install new springs.. no compressors needed..

[horwitzs]

Why bother? With the JK you can lower either axle way beyond what you need to install new springs.. no compressors needed..

Well this is a good question... I am not on stock springs - already have a pretty good lift, but the rear is sagging just a little so I'm going to stick some 1" pucks in.
I want to make it as quick and easy as possible so I thought the compressors would keep the springs from expanding when I jack the frame up, so I don't have to disconnect shocks or remove the wheels or anything to drop the axle enough to stick them in.
Am I going about this the wrong way? If it's just about saving a few bucks, I'd rather buy the tool and save time.

[westchester]

It's not about time or money - don't use a spring compressor for SAFETY reasons.

I don't, but my dad has firsthand experience using these traps way back when they were needed for suspension work. He warned a coil stores an enormous amount of energy when compressed, you or hands don't want to be anywhere near one IF it slips/breaks or goes pear shaped. Why risk it when the JK is engineered for easy suspension work ? Do it the proper way and take the wheels and shocks off, take coil out, add puck, and jack axle back up, reinstall etc. 2-3hours of safe work.

[falconfixer]

defintely use the ones in the second pic if you are going to use a sprig compressor. Another thought to save some cash is rent a pair. How often are you going to need a spring compressor? I went to the local Shuck's and if they're back within 24hours there's no charge.