Spring compressor.

I recommend having your local suspension shop compress and remove the OEM springs, and reinstall the new ones on the shocks. Make sure they face any wording on the springs the way you desire. Sometimes they re-install springs facing the wrong way. They should charge $50-$90 max. Make sure they have the WALL MOUNTED spring compressor.


I have seen a few people, including myself, damage the paint on new springs with the rentable auto parts store spring compressors. Plus, these springs are high load compared to lets say a Subaru or Acura - so in general, a bit more dangerous than your average car or sedan spring install.