I have a craftsman set that I used, they have an integrated locking pin
that keeps the spring in place. After the springs settle I'll know more on
the shocks.

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy
On Mar 10, 2014 8:14 PM, "Stuart MacMillan" <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote:

> 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
>
>