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Hi Guys,
We got our shipment of Progressive Spring Tools in last week, and as promised I got one of the Model 5508 which some people may have inadvertently ordered, to try it.
The correct part number for the GL18 is 5509. This includes a special split aluminum spacer that pushed down on the hydraulic collar.
The price difference is significant, I think 5508 is $35 and 5509 is $55.
Some people suggested they would buy the cheaper tool, and try and make their own push ring.
Anyway, the hook in the 5508 that grabs the top of the shock is too big of a diameter to pass throught the hole. So it is a moot point. The 5508 tool WILL NOT work on the GL1800. So make SURE you get the 5509.

We got our shipment of Progressive Spring Tools in last week, and as promised I got one of the Model 5508 which some people may have inadvertently ordered, to try it.
The correct part number for the GL18 is 5509. This includes a special split aluminum spacer that pushed down on the hydraulic collar.
The price difference is significant, I think 5508 is $35 and 5509 is $55.
Some people suggested they would buy the cheaper tool, and try and make their own push ring.
Anyway, the hook in the 5508 that grabs the top of the shock is too big of a diameter to pass throught the hole. So it is a moot point. The 5508 tool WILL NOT work on the GL1800. So make SURE you get the 5509.