Steve, I think it would be advisable to include the following warning when addressing spring replacement. DANGER! When removing or replacing coil springs, improper use of coil spring compressors can cause the spring to be propelled out of its mounting position with LETHAL FORCE. (Auto Service and Repair publishers Goodheart-Willcox Co.) "We're here to help you" DMC Help / De Lorean Services / <dmchelp@xxxx> Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com> ----- Original Message ----- From: Steve Rubano To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Monday, August 14, 2000 2:20 PM Subject: [DML] Re: Changing front and rear springs Changing the springs is not to difficult at all. Yes you do need a special tool, a set of strut spring compressors (forgot the actual name). You have to compress the springs with this tool first before even atempting to remove them. There are two of them, one for each side of the spring to compress it evenly. Additionally you will need it also to install the new springs. I have to warn you that since the front springs were fitted with larger springs to raise the Delorean, it is a little tricky getting them out (also in) so be careful! The tool isn't too expensive, between $20-$40. It's not the greatest pic but below is a "drawing" of what one of them looks like, tool laying down. It has a set of upper and lower hooks that ride on a threaded shaft. Hope this helps. tool--> (___)__ Steve www.dmcman.homestead.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]