Q: I have a question about struts. The dealer gave me a quote of more than $1,800 to replace the front struts on my four-cylinder 2001 Toyota Camry. Yikes! The independent shops are pretty steep, too.

A spring compressor is a handy tool designed to compress the coil springs in suspension systems or in cases of strut replacement. This process can be daunting, but with the following 11 easy steps, ...

CARS.COM — Your car’s struts are a vital part of its suspension system. They are structural in nature, and they are mounted to the top of the car’s chassis. Struts come down through the chassis and ...