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Spring compressor vs spanner wrench

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by tacomaayne, May 29, 2021.

  1. May 29, 2021 at 11:05 PM
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    tacomaayne

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    Sup guys, I was wondering what would be a better option to change ride height. Spring compressor or a spanner wrench. I’m running a fox 2.5 coil over resi. Thanks!!
     
  2. May 29, 2021 at 11:30 PM
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    FuzzysTacos

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    The resi makes it difficult if not impossible to adjust on the truck. Most recommend removal/ compressor/ adjustment.
     
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  3. May 30, 2021 at 3:56 AM
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    i have the same springs, i jacked one side up at a time, spray with lube top and bottom, bottom so the spring turns easily, and i used a , i think 5/16 punch into the holes, also had a smallbar , about 10 in. over punch for leverage, worked great for me..
     
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  4. May 30, 2021 at 7:17 AM
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    I have a set of Ironman 4x4 coils and had to change the height on them yesterday.
    Blubweiaer is right , sprayed with lube , some good elbow grease , I used their shock tool wrench tho , worked perfectly.

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