Need step by step picture guide to replace Myvi2005 from front absorber mounting

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I would not use straps. The spring is a pretty solid and strong metallic item. Straps are threads sewn together. The likelihood of the strap snapping is high if worn out or poor quality.

But engineering perspective - yes this will work. It's cheaper to get the compressors though. Ratchet straps aren't exactly cheap either.
 

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Look at the video properly, he is using the straps in addition to the spring compressor that could not completely compress the springs. so the straps are compressing only one ring of the springs.
 

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