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Old 04-20-2005, 01:47 AM   #9
KIRASIR
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I'd changed the rear spings on two tis in the past(one Active, the other was Base), both times I had to use the spring compressor. Everything was disconnected: sways, shocks, and handbrake(released).



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Originally Posted by Boxbrownie
Once BOTH dampers have been released and the anti roll bar links, there should be plenty of free movement to enable you to remove the rear springs. I have never heard of compressors ever being needed on the rear!

Best regards David
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