Drbrandini,

I'm not clear on which of your cars you'll be putting the H&R's into, but if its the W124, just pay your mechanic to do the install if you can't find a Klann. There's a lot of bend in the springs on W124's that make them particularly hazardous to attempt without the Klann style compressor.

We have the Klann in the shop and it makes this job simple and as safe as it can be. We've compared the threads on the tightening bolt to the Autozone variety compressor and it's frightening to see how weak the Autozone compressors are by comparison. On top of which you have no idea how much it's been used, abused or maintained. We regrease our compressor with every use. I doubt renters do the same.

At the end of the day, changing springs really is a life and limb threatening endeavor. While the springs on a W124 are not particularly big (compare them to a W126), the bend in them makes it a much trickier proposition. Why bother for the $250 it'd cost in installation?

It's not a wise job to do on your own the first time.

Just some thoughts to consider before (as opposed to after...).

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-Carl
Principal, BergWerks