I have had a hard time changing front A-arm bushings without the compressor. After pulling the springs twice, I am buying one next time it's needed.

I have a friend who is a MB and BMW mechanic who said his co-worker bought a cheap spring compressor and it broke the 5th time he used it. I think they put an air hammer and compress the spring. If the tool is not case hardened it could be ruined quickly. This info is second hand.

Do you guys use an air hammer or just a ratchet wrench?

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Steve
1985 Mercedes 500SL Euro (Gray market)
1995 BMW 520i Euro (Gray market)
1992 BMW 525it Wagon
1994 Honda Del Sol Si