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      09-26-2014, 05:02 PM   #7
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Drives: 2012 BMW 135i
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Originally Posted by syenisch View Post
Go to autozone and buy a manual one for like $30. It basically has two claws that grab the top and bottom of the spring with a threaded rod connecting the two. You turn the rod and they squeeze together. Really easy, but I always wrap the entire thing in a towel so so it popped off nothing would go flying (it has popped off on me before)
Like these?
Harbor Freight Spring Compressors

I know there are heavier duty types. They can be rented from Autozone for like $50 but if the above will do the job, that's a pretty inexpensive add to my arsenal of tools.
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2012 BMW 135i DCT - M3 Front Control Arms, Whiteline RSFB, Dinan camber plates.
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