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Re: Special Tool
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 2/14/2015

4 1/2 years after I posted this I had another truck with a broken spring. I made a tool from a pipe and threaded rod (patterned after the OTC tool). I used a bumper jack, with a helper working it. Worked like a charm, much easier than I thought. Login to read more.

 

car Vehicle Data

2003 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 5.3L

VIN 2GTEC19T43
Engine5.3 L
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)

car Vehicle Data

2003 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE 5.3L

VIN 2GTEC19T43
Engine5.3 L
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)