Coil Spring Issue

crosis · 10-19-2022, 03:38 AM

Vehicle: 2011 BMW X3 (35i)

I'm attempting to change out my front struts. Got the old assembly out (right side) and was going to reuse the old coil but noticed the coil spring doesn't stand up straight -- when laid flat it always bends off to the side. Is this normal? So far using the compression tool to accommodate the new strut (FCS 335825R) has been difficult -- i can't get it to compress enough to get the top cap on.

MSport_Jon · 10-21-2022, 05:53 AM

They are usually very deformed after removal. Once you compress them they will regain their intended shape. you should be fine.

10-19-2022, 03:38 AM	#1
crosis New Member 13 Rep 24 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW X3 (x35i) Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ontario, Canada iTrader: (0)	Coil Spring Issue Vehicle: 2011 BMW X3 (35i) I'm attempting to change out my front struts. Got the old assembly out (right side) and was going to reuse the old coil but noticed the coil spring doesn't stand up straight -- when laid flat it always bends off to the side. Is this normal? So far using the compression tool to accommodate the new strut (FCS 335825R) has been difficult -- i can't get it to compress enough to get the top cap on.
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10-21-2022, 05:53 AM	#2
MSport_Jon Captain 126 Rep 615 Posts Drives: X3 F25 LCI /// F80 M3 (SOLD) Join Date: May 2013 Location: Bavaria, Germany iTrader: (2)	They are usually very deformed after removal. Once you compress them they will regain their intended shape. you should be fine.
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