Spring compressors.  It can be tough to install front shocks even with
standard springs using just vehicle weight.  I used these, but they require
extreme care.  If one pops off it could kill you:
http://www.harborfreight.com/macpherson-strut-spring-compressor-set-61654.ht
ml#.Ux5ilflr6M4

Stuart

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Ralph Meyermann
Sent: Monday, March 10, 2014 5:28 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: G.W. 1.5" lift springs

Hi Volks! By any chance has any of the list installed the 1.5" springs from
GW? Just finished mine, the rear was done before the frozen pizza was cooked
in the oven. The fronts, not so much! Thinking the shocks may be a bit too
short of up stroke now. Any suggestions?

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy