Macpherson strut
 

Hi
My front macpherson strut has pulled out of the top mount assy--------I have ordered a new top assy (and spring compressor)--------Does anyone know if I can get the strut back in place without removing it from the bottom, or do I have to take it right out to get it back together ???---------Thanks for ANY suggestions on this repair
Nigel

U will need to take whole assembly out for any repairs. Me personally I would do a quick strut while assembly.

Hi
Thanks for that, BUT I tried to get a 'quick-strut' but they seem to be unavailable in UK-------I have had another look at it and realise that it all has to come off------I have now got everything loose awaiting a spring compressor and the top kit-------the shock and spring look good enough to re-fit;):)
Nigel

I've got a spring compressor you can borrow, can drop it off on my way into work tomorrow night if you like.

Regards
Richard

Past threads on here reported about problems removing these springs, even by garages. Is there a special compressor required.

Ahh, all is in P44cmb Front Suspension Woes 09-16-2013....Terrible that even Chrysler garages had a problem..

I tried to change the top bearing on my car; my standard spring compressors couldn't get enough pressure into the spring. I had to use a ratchet strap aswell as the compressors to get the top mount on.

Hi Richard
You are a star----but I ordered a set today, they should turn up along with the top mount tomorrow (wed)----------reading the last couple of posts it looks like it might not be straight forward.
I am interested in a code reader though :(--------I don't think I would be able to work the one you have:o:o ----looking for one a bit simple :)
Nigel

Update on front strut-----
I ordered the top mounting plate and 'bearing' yesterday PM-----and a (cheap) set of spring compressors-----------they arrived by lunch-time today.
The spring compressors would not get the spring short enough in one bite so I also used a G clamp-----got the spring out OK and had quite a nerve-wracking time getting the spring short enough to put the strut back together----eventually used two small ratchet straps as well.
Now all back together and OK.
The job was easier than I expected-----but it helps a lot to watch the operation on U tube first :D
I would strongly suggest at least three spring compressors----make the job easier/quicker/safer ;)
So now I am waiting for the other side to go :rolleyes:
If I had known how easy it would be I would have bought parts for both sides ;)
Nigel & Pamala

Hi
I understand exactly what you mean---------I would have liked at least one more spring compressor---------I also used two small ratchet
Nigel