Front shocks removal without spring compressor

[71gs3504sp]

Guys

I just inherited my dad's 2002 4runner limited.

I like to know if you can take out the front shocks, using the weight of the truck, to remove the load off the spring then slide out the shock?

I have done it this way with my 08 FJ and 18 4runner.

 

[spartacus]

Guys

I just inherited my dad's 2002 4runner limited.

I like to know if you can take out the front shocks, using the weight of the truck, to remove the load off the spring then slide out the shock?

I have done it this way with my 08 FJ and 18 4runner.

yes you can.
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/191088-front-strut-removal-during-lift-**method**.html