I will shoot some pictures when I do the other wheel. I think it will make clear how simple and safe it is to allow physics to work for you. This assumes one is alert and competent in using automotive tools in the first place.

I agree, if you are planning to try and pull the spring as the first component in your suspension tear down DO NOT USE the cheap stuff. I am sure that is where people get into trouble.

But I have to ask. Why pull the spring first? Why not last so that you can unload the compression without any compressor?

I can't imagine MB uses a Klann when they assemble the cars, but maybe they do.

Don

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1980 300TD-T (82 Turbo and Trans) 159,000 Miles "Jackie-O"
1983 300SD 272,000 Miles "Aristotle"
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited - keeps the MB's off the ice and out of the snow
1994 BMW 530it