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MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor - CTA Manufacturing 4037K

Necessary for disassembling strut & coil assembly

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Price each: $71.46
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SKU:
CTA-4037K
FCP Euro ID:
16172
Made in:
Taiwan
Quality:
Aftermarket

OE Numbers

4037K

MFG Numbers

4037K, 4037

Product Information

The CTA Manufacturing 4037K MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor is a specialized tool designed to assist both professionals and DIY enthusiasts in coil spring and shock absorber maintenance tasks.

  • Compresses the coil spring to replace the shock absorber unit or spring
  • Works on bent struts, strut tubes, and damaged pieces
  • Forged constructions, Acme threaded rod, and built-in detent pins to help lock the coil in place
  • Clamshell Pack

Key Features and Benefits:

Coil Spring Compression: This tool is essential for compressing the coil spring when replacing the shock absorbers or the spring itself.

Versatile Use: Ideal for those working with bent struts, damaged strut tubes, and other related components.

Safety and Durability: With its built-in detent pins, it locks the coil securely, reducing potential mishaps. The forged construction and acme threaded rod also ensure long-term use.

Why Use a Strut Spring Compressor?

Safety Benefits: Working with high-tension coil springs can be risky. A dedicated tool like the MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor minimizes these risks by providing a secure grip and hold.

DIY Maintenance: Owning this tool means you can handle strut-related tasks without seeking professional help every time, making it ideal for those keen on DIY car maintenance.

Space-Efficient Design: Despite its robust capabilities, its design is compact, ensuring it fits well within standard toolkits.

If you're searching for a reliable tool to assist with coil spring and strut maintenance, the MacPherson Strut Spring Compressor - CTA Manufacturing 4037K is worth considering. Whether you're tackling bent struts or looking to replace shock absorbers, this tool offers the reliability and safety you need.

About CTA Manufacturing

CTA Manufacturing Corp. started in 1978 with a few specialty tools and a lot of great ideas. After spending over 25 years setting up worldwide distribution for the biggest names in the business, the founders of CTA decided to take some of their own ideas to market. Originally named "Classic American Tools", the company expanded from manufacturing about 20 Specialty Tools to over 1000 tools under the CTA name today. Factories are located worldwide, manufacturing Specialty Tools to meet the demands of today’s technicians.

Product Reviews

19 Reviews

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Chris
on Sat, Sep 28 at 09:19PM
2015 BMW X3
Too short to compress front springs on 2015 X3. Worked great for the back though.
Ravenforbidden
on Thu, Apr 27 at 08:54AM
Once in while tool
For my use no quality concerns arose. Not impact or power assist friendly, not issue with hand tools though not a level of tool if you are looking for help from the tool on a given job. That is it can be floppy which is also good for setting. Not doubt too short for tall springs such as suv. Safety pins do struggle with sport spring after progressive coil parts compress, little know how goes long way making this work. Kept it in tool box after job no damage or loss of functions.
Tony
on Mon, Feb 27 at 11:36PM
Good, but maybe not the best option
I am thankful for these compressors as they did ultimately help me get new springs seated. However, I’m really not sure if these have quite the range necessary to safely (comfortably) compress most springs. I have a Volvo XC70, which I consider to be a relatively short car nowadays. In order to get the springs seated without squeezing the life out of them, I felt I had to expand the compressor jaw to the next higher rung of the spring, but, in order to do that, I had to compress the spring a bit with my body weight so that the compressor would fit over it. I felt unsafe doing that and I think the tool ought to protect me from resorting to such a method. I thought this tool would be slightly redundant for my needs, whereas in fact I think it was just enough to get the job done.
Nawar Hishan
on Sat, Dec 18 at 09:08PM
Fair product
Fair product if only you know hot to use it.
Graeme
on Mon, Dec 13 at 05:01AM
Must have to replace the springs
I used this tool to replace front and rear springs om my 86 E28 M535i and had no issues at all. Like any tool compressing springs care must be taken to ensure the tool is fitted and used correctly.
Brotha Jon
on Fri, May 21 at 01:22AM
A good kit
Worked for what I needed them for
Blake B
on Sun, Feb 07 at 01:26PM
McPherson Strut Spring Compressor
the tool works as it should. and it helps that it has the pin to keep the spring in place.
Stef
on Fri, Oct 09 at 11:08PM
XC90 front suspension
It did the work. No problems compressing the front springs and replacing whatever was broken. Works perfectly on Volvo XC90.
Julio A.C.
on Tue, Sep 01 at 07:45AM
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it works nice and easy on cars but SUV and Pickups trucks will give u a hard time
Bryan
on Wed, Aug 12 at 09:29PM
Strut spring compressor
This tool worked but I struggled to get it positioned correctly. Me personally I would upgrade to professional grade tool of I used it more than one time. Worked as promised just not the way I envisioned.
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Questions & Answers

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Question Posted by Alex
will this work length wise for front springs on a 2013 allroad?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
Yes, that should not be a problem using these on that application.
Question Posted by Fabricio
Will this tool work for Mercedes W163 ML 320 ( rear struts)? Thank you
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
This is a universal tool intended to compress a large variety of coil springs.
Question Posted by Yaqoub
How much does the product weigh?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
This product weighs 7lbs.
Question Posted by David
Will these spring compressors work with Volvo XC70 P3 front strut/springs? Are they long enough? Thanks!
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
These are actually a bit short on Volvos, not the best option for vehicles with a taller spring. We would recommend a wall mounted option at a shop.
Question Posted by a customer
Will this work on a 2010 MBZ C300 Sport?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
Yes, these would work in that application.
Question Posted by a customer
Will these work to compress stock springs on BMW 2007 335xi?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
No. These will not compress the front springs enough on an E9X chassis car.
Question Posted by Jonathan
Would you recommend these spring compressors to be used for a 2006 330i E90 w/ standard suspension with stock springs?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
No. It is almost guaranteed that these spring compressors will not adequately compress factory springs enough to allow for removal or installation. Factory E90 front springs are quite long when uncompressed and this style of compressor is not suitable for use in that application. You would need something similar to the factory recommended BMW style tool or a wall mounted universal spring compressor to safely compress the springs far enough.
Question Posted by Dave
What are the dimensions of this tool? Specifically, how long is the threaded rod? Similar-looking compressors I've used work fine to replace a strut but not to replace a spring. They are too short to allow the spring to fully relax and be disengaged from the tool after removing from the strut.
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
The threaded rod is 285mm long.
Question Posted by Jacob
Can I use this to take out the front springs on my w210 e320 2002
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
This is not the recommended tool for a 210

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