Anybody have a favorite or recommended brand of coil spring compressor? I bought one a few years ago when I had the car torn apart but it was the wrong style(external, not internal). I have seen a few online but don't know which is the best for the $$$$$.

 

I shouldn't be saying this, but I bought mine from Harbor Frieght and have had no issues with it. I do however go the extra bit and wrap things with a chain, just in case.

 

I used a 5/8'' piece of all thread 21'' long. You might have to make a plate with a hole in it for the bottom as i used a fork from a compressor set that would not fit inside the spring. If you use allthread get four nuts and a couple of flat washers with it. Parts stores rent spring comp. but i could'nt find one to fit inside the front spring. Good luck and B cautious, lots of pressure there.