Review on 🔧 6494 OTC Clamshell Strut Spring Compressor - Enhance SEO by Craig Lovro

It works very well, but my truck's springs appear to be the largest allowable spring diameter. There are (4) pins, one in each corner, that had to be modified in order for me to hook them. I used a hand sander to sand the edge on each pin so there was a flat spot. Only this flat area could slide past the spring. I don't think I can fit a larger diameter spring, I was maxed out. I smeared the bolt with plenty of oil and it seems to compress the spring without twisting or bending the bolt. This was tough on my supercharger/pistol as it was also pushing their limits (do I have a Cambell Hausfeld pistol?). It's not fun as the worry factor (when the spring is compressed and you remove the upper shock bolt) is very high. Removing this tool after striking the new shock required a bit of work as I needed a screwdriver/crowbar to get most of the knobs off. All in all, it's a pretty good tool for the job.