These are good quality. Set I got from a competitor (PTools) for about same price had a weak safety pin that bent--had to hammer it out, which caused me not to trust integrity of the set.
Accordingly, I bought these in addition. I used these together with the other set--using four spring compressors--and got the job done, to alleviate a stupid mistake on my part--the spring bulged. Couldn't have done it with only two and I was stuck.
Four also provides a greater sense of security than only using two--as I tightened, I was wondering what would happen if one of the compressors suddenly broke (when I was only using two) and what could I do--can't run since there would be no chance, and with it being also so close to my lap, would I get killed or seriously injured, or wind up speaking in a shrill tone of voice? Glad I got the four--it is only money, better to spend more to be safe than to be sorry later.
Springs are dangerous--can really see how easy it would be to get hurt or killed. A spring with coils almost as thick as a figure under compression is as, if not more, dangerous than a loaded gun--imagine being hit with one when a compressor breaks. Shudder!
The other brand, although it was inferior, came with a very nice storage box. BTW, the other brand is sending me a replacement safety pin. Being a DIYer, not using it every day, a storage box would be really helpful until the next 30-60-90,000 miles when the struts need to be replaced. :-)
| Manufacturer | OEM |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 25550 |
| Item Weight | 7.15 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 16.3 x 7.3 x 2.1 inches |
| Item model number | 25550 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Blister Pack |
| Color | Black |
| Style | Clamshell |
| Material | Steel |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | MacPherson 10.75 Inch Strut Spring Compressor |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | OEMTOOLS Limited Lifetime |
