Replacing struts on an '07 Tahoe?

Need to replace the front struts on my Tahoe. I'm always pressed for free time, so I'm trying to figure out how much of a pain it'll be without taking it apart to check.

Anyone done struts on a newer style Tahoe/Silverado/Suburban? Specifically, do I have to use a spring compressor or will the suspension droop when on the jack stands be enough to release tension? Maybe use the jack to compress the spring? Bah, I don't know!

Basically, I'll probably end up doing it one night after work, in the dark and I don't want to get everything apart just to find out I'm missing tools or that there's some special tool I can't get because I'm not a GM tech.

Searching the interwebz has failed me, all I get are replacement parts or info about the adjustable suspension (which mine doesn't have).

If it matters, it's an 07, LS model, tiny 4.8L and Rear Wheel drive.

-Rob

It's not just a shock with torsion bars like the 4wd's?

No, it's actually a strut. I was surprised myself.

-Rob

if its a coil-over type strut, its going to need a compressor, probably no way around that. poor man's way around it if you can get to the nut on the end of the strut shaft we used to do was to put some weight on the strut with a jack on the control arm to keep the spring from flying apart when the nut comes off, then slowly release the pressure on the assembly so it comes apart in a controlled fashion.

or, ya know, you can pick up the loaner tools from any parts store for like a $15 deposit.

Parts diagram shows it more like a coil over shock.....