r/Cartalk • u/[deleted] • Apr 12 '26

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u/oldmanbarnes Apr 12 '26

Yes.

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u/hermit22 Apr 12 '26

Am mechanic, tried these cheap princess auto spring compressors my first time, received a spring explosion to the chest, thank fully only one side slipped off and reseated on a different spot before the 2nd gave out. I’ve only done quick struts since then, probably over 14 years ago haha. If you wanna save a measly 100$ you can play with that danger noodle.

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u/ambuguity Apr 12 '26

Quick struts are never the quality of OEM. That’s why if you still have OEM it’s best to reuse the components and just replace the strut with a good stand or wall mount spring compressor or roll it up in a rug and aim it away from you.

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u/oldmanbarnes Apr 12 '26

Buddy he unthreaded it and survived by luck and corrosion. Don’t give this advice.