Yes, you'll need to get a spring compressor from autozone.  I would
also suggest buying 2 new strut bearings, they are only like 5-6 bix
from ford.

Other than that its a simple job, only pain is trying to get the nut
or the top of the strut.  I use a socket and vise grips to hold the
nut while i get a long allen driver to rotate the strut shaft it self
to loosen the nut.   Also get a big hammer and chisel to spread the
pinch joint on the spindle apart before putting the new strut in, it
saves a lot of time.