Suspension spring workshop
Repair, replace and fit coil and leaf springs for car, ute and 4WD owners and local garages.
- A$25k-90k
- Full-time
- Own premises
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small workshop unit that fits coil and leaf springs, re-sets or replaces tired leaf packs, and does related suspension work like bushes and shock absorbers.
Your first three steps
- Check which licence or registration your state requires for motor vehicle repairers, and what qualifications it needs
- Price up a small industrial unit, a hoist and a spring press, and line up a spring and parts supplier
- Visit local garages, 4WD shops and tradie fleets to offer trade rates and quick turnaround
Who pays
Ute, 4WD and van owners, tradies with loaded work vehicles, caravan and trailer owners, and general mechanics who send springs work out.
How it makes money
Paid per job, covering labour plus a margin on springs and parts. Regular work from garages and fleets helps keep the bays busy.
Skills that help
- Mechanical and suspension know-how
- Safe use of hoists and spring compressors
- Quoting jobs accurately
- Building relationships with garages and fleets
Watch out for
- Motor vehicle repairer licensing, which differs by state and territory, so check your state's licensing body
- Public liability and, if you have staff, workers compensation insurance
- Rules on suspension modifications and engineering sign-off for lifted or lowered vehicles, check with your state's transport authority
- Council zoning and rules for workshop premises, including waste oil and old spring disposal
- Safe working with heavily compressed springs and vehicles on hoists
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a suspension spring workshop?
Startup costs are typically around $25,000 to $90,000, depending on the unit, hoists and equipment, and the stock you carry. Monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on workload. These are estimates only.
Do I need a licence to fit springs in Australia?
Check motor vehicle repairer licensing, which differs by state and territory, with your state's licensing body. Also check rules on suspension modifications and engineering sign-off for lifted or lowered vehicles with your state's transport authority, plus council zoning and waste disposal rules.
What skills and insurance does a spring workshop need?
Mechanical and suspension know-how, safe use of hoists and spring compressors, and accurate quoting are key. Check public liability insurance and, if you have staff, workers compensation. Estimates suggest at least around 30 hours a week.
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