Having seen before the photos you just posted with the "made in china" spring compressors, that is why I am definitely looking in to renting the proper tool!

I have replaced nearly every other bushing and joint on the front end (350K+ miles) but waited on the lower control arm and guide rod ends until I obtained a good spring compressor.

GSXR, when you changed yours did you need any special bushing press to get the old ones out? Torch?

So far I have been able to do everything else with a 4# sledge and long drift punch. Hopefully they will do the trick.

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Sam

84 300SD 350K+ miles ( Blue Belle )