Homemade Shock Spring Compressor


PLANS:
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BUILDER:
Isle Rider on advrider.com
DESCRIPTION:
Homemade shock spring compressor constructed from 2x4s and intended to facilitate the process of removing the snap-ring from a motorcycle shock absorber. Utilizes a floor jack to apply the necessary force.
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Sep 27, 2013 4:49 PM
DIYer
A nice idea! Even if you need to buy castoff lumber, it's still going to cost next to nothing.
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DIY Shock Spring Compressor - comment on how to build a Shock Spring Compressor - 1 comments
DIYer says:
Sep 27, 2013 4:49 PM
A nice idea! Even if you need to buy castoff lumber, it's still going to cost next to nothing.

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