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Rear shock spring compressor tool...

I rented a spring clamp for car struts. A part store might even let you borrow one.
 
S&W's spring compressor looks totally different than that one. I need one but to compress the springs I got with a new pair of S&Ws I bought. I don't think the one pictured would work though because it needs so much space between coils. Just my.02 worth.
Willie in TN
 
I have those Pit Posse ones pictured, great tool. Worked really well on my GS1000 springs. You don't need to be at the top & bottom of the spring to get enough to release them from the shock. Gap between the coils wasn't an issue for me.... :)
 
skidMarkNZ said:
Oooo ooo ooo!!!! u have the EXACT same bike as me, how do i get the damn things apart!!!!!:confused:
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I haven't got the original shocks fitted, though they are in my garage. I have fitted Hagons and had the springs powder coated red to match the originals.
The original ones would probably have to be dismantled by an engineering firm as they don't come apart easily.
 
waltfen said:
I haven't got the original shocks fitted, though they are in my garage. I have fitted Hagons and had the springs powder coated red to match the originals.
The original ones would probably have to be dismantled by an engineering firm as they don't come apart easily.
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DOH!
Bollocks.
 
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