Shocks so bad I get wheel hop at higher speeds, and I feel like front end is sliding when turning if i hit small bumps. If your shocks are bad you have no control. Cause they keep your wheels in contact. Rear shocks being shitty will cause you to lose control in the winter really easy. Getting new shocks now, definitely excited to feel the difference, and have them before the snow comes.
SIR Thanks a lot for making no nonsense videos and very short but important technical video. REQUESTING YOU TO MAKE A SIMILAR VIDEO COMPARING OME & TOUGHDOG FOAM CELL SUSPENSIONS
You can definitely see the vehicle moving up and down more with the Monroe shocks vs the OEM. It's similar to my recent experience replacing the rear shocks on my Lexus RX 450h; I replaced the OEM Lexus shocks with the recommended KYB brand shocks and there is a noticeable 'intrusion' of up and down body movement due to the new shocks having more rebound and resistance to compression. Instead of 'floating' over the bumps while absorbing the bump, you end up feeling every dip and bump within the cabin as an up and down movement. I ended up buying a new set of OEM shocks and the ride quality was restored - no more harshness. The key to ride quality seems to be finding the balance between suspension compliance to road conditions without affecting the vehicle's inertia to remain level while keeping the tire in constant contact with the road. Too much shock rebound and the vehicle is forced 'up and over' a bump, which creates a harsh ride.
Put KYB Excel G on the rear of my Commander and they ride too firm and hop on sharp bumps. I'm returning them to Auto Zone and replacing with Monroe Matics.
Yes, you finally confirmed the age-old question as to whether new shocks/struts are better than old ones. Could you now please make a video comparing brand new tires to old bald tires? The curiosity is killing me.
Monroe has a reputation for being poor quality and being as bad as the ones you took off the replace, this shows a different perspective. It may be worth it instead of brand new oem if you dont have the money. Thats what took from this
The OEM had more damper movement. Simply put, I think Monroe would have given a stiffer ride. I'd go for the OEM any day. It is tuned specifically for the vehicle in question. I guess I would be buying onmy OEM shocks for my Fiat Linea instead of aftermarket supplies.
Want some new shocks on my 2wd 99 Sierra. Think this will improve the wheel hop in the rear when hitting bumps? Don’t remember my truck being quite as bad when new.
When i had monroe oe spectrum on my 03 sierra 2wd it was kinda bouncy in the rear even after breaking them in after a while but the front definitely got rid of the squeaks
Yea always replace them in pairs. You want consistent performance on both sides. I think there could be safety problems in emergency handling situations if not and you could end up with a variation in the height of your vehicle from one side to the other, not good.
Every piece of advice I can find says to replace tires, shocks and springs in pairs. The old adage being that if one is going, the other will follow soon.
I purchased the Monroe quick struts for my Volvo and they were nothing but problems. Loud squeaking on both sides, bracket was welding in the wrong position holding the speed cable and I will never purchase a Monroe product.
Test is not proof of one being better than the other. Why not get a set of new oem to compare to the new Monroe shocks? I understand it costs money, but your putting this video out here saying this is factual proof, but there are many variables you didn't address. How about a new video to address longevity or performance today?
When it hits the bump, the new shock recoils once, then holds it's ground where the orm one appears to bounce similar to a ball, full recoil, half, quarter. Generally while driving you want to bounce less.
But doesn't that result in a bumpier, uncomfortable ride? When you hit a bump that energy has to go somewhere. So either the shock absorbs it by compressing and decompressing and preventing the impact from being felt inside the car or the shock remains stiff and the impact from hitting the bump is transferred directly to the body of the car and leads to a bumpy uncomfortable ride inside the vehicle.@@1soupasaurus
Jacob Ball yes that is obvious. But i am not the person who replaces new mediocre OEM parts on my vehicles with new mediocre after market parts. I thought this was interesting to see how the old parts lose performance and how new low cost parts can improve the ride.
I tried kyb gas a just and kyb gr2 on my Silverado, both made it ride like a rock, pun intended. Monroe Magnum truck shocks made it ride smooth again, guessing it's the larger volume, because they're massive compared to the gr2s.
I can’t for the life of me figure why this type of comparison has never been done. This video is awesome and needs more views
This is the best side x side comparison video I’ve seen.
Shocks so bad I get wheel hop at higher speeds, and I feel like front end is sliding when turning if i hit small bumps. If your shocks are bad you have no control. Cause they keep your wheels in contact. Rear shocks being shitty will cause you to lose control in the winter really easy. Getting new shocks now, definitely excited to feel the difference, and have them before the snow comes.
much better consistency and quicker response on the new ones. I bet you felt big difference on the steering and the less shake inside the cabin.
SIR Thanks a lot for making no nonsense videos and very short but important technical video. REQUESTING YOU TO MAKE A SIMILAR VIDEO COMPARING OME & TOUGHDOG FOAM CELL SUSPENSIONS
OEM looks like a cardiogram chart.
Impressed.
You can definitely see the vehicle moving up and down more with the Monroe shocks vs the OEM. It's similar to my recent experience replacing the rear shocks on my Lexus RX 450h; I replaced the OEM Lexus shocks with the recommended KYB brand shocks and there is a noticeable 'intrusion' of up and down body movement due to the new shocks having more rebound and resistance to compression. Instead of 'floating' over the bumps while absorbing the bump, you end up feeling every dip and bump within the cabin as an up and down movement. I ended up buying a new set of OEM shocks and the ride quality was restored - no more harshness.
The key to ride quality seems to be finding the balance between suspension compliance to road conditions without affecting the vehicle's inertia to remain level while keeping the tire in constant contact with the road. Too much shock rebound and the vehicle is forced 'up and over' a bump, which creates a harsh ride.
Don’t forget to turn up your brightness full!
Hi what was the rattle on the old one ! Thanks , great video!
Great video as a install my kyb excel G replacing OE with 80000 miles
Put KYB Excel G on the rear of my Commander and they ride too firm and hop on sharp bumps. I'm returning them to Auto Zone and replacing with Monroe Matics.
Yes, you finally confirmed the age-old question as to whether new shocks/struts are better than old ones. Could you now please make a video comparing brand new tires to old bald tires? The curiosity is killing me.
Monroe has a reputation for being poor quality and being as bad as the ones you took off the replace, this shows a different perspective. It may be worth it instead of brand new oem if you dont have the money. Thats what took from this
No one made you watch. Stop complaining.
What is this noise?
The OEM had more damper movement. Simply put, I think Monroe would have given a stiffer ride. I'd go for the OEM any day. It is tuned specifically for the vehicle in question. I guess I would be buying onmy OEM shocks for my Fiat Linea instead of aftermarket supplies.
But for curves the monroe are better because are more stable
@@nancysanchez3918Yes! Monroe knows better than the manufacturer 😂😂😂
Fiat Linea için hangi amortisör tercih edersiniz pürüzsüz sürüş için
Definitely go new OEM. Aftermarkets are mostly junk and not tuned for the car
Want some new shocks on my 2wd 99 Sierra. Think this will improve the wheel hop in the rear when hitting bumps? Don’t remember my truck being quite as bad when new.
When i had monroe oe spectrum on my 03 sierra 2wd it was kinda bouncy in the rear even after breaking them in after a while but the front definitely got rid of the squeaks
Why dont you try leaf springs bro with some new bushings that will work an soft shocks for your rear unless you haul stuff around.
Is it necessary to replace the two shock absorbers together, even if the other is in good condition? Knowing that the car has traveled 100,000 miles
Yea always replace them in pairs. You want consistent performance on both sides. I think there could be safety problems in emergency handling situations if not and you could end up with a variation in the height of your vehicle from one side to the other, not good.
Every piece of advice I can find says to replace tires, shocks and springs in pairs. The old adage being that if one is going, the other will follow soon.
Do you feel the difference inside the car?
yes , monroe like a puss ... y soft
Great video 👍👍👍thanks for helping my decision.
What you decided bro? Which one?
@@demoyoutuber7664 monroe
Carquest struts 💪🏼
so the conclusion
I purchased the Monroe quick struts for my Volvo and they were nothing but problems. Loud squeaking on both sides, bracket was welding in the wrong position holding the speed cable and I will never purchase a Monroe product.
We gonna talk about that carrier bearing tho?
Test is not proof of one being better than the other. Why not get a set of new oem to compare to the new Monroe shocks? I understand it costs money, but your putting this video out here saying this is factual proof, but there are many variables you didn't address.
How about a new video to address longevity or performance today?
good shit
Not gonna lie, I don't see much of a difference.
I could see the oem bouncing more. But I wonder if the lesser bounce of Monroe meant harsher, bumper ride.
When it hits the bump, the new shock recoils once, then holds it's ground where the orm one appears to bounce similar to a ball, full recoil, half, quarter. Generally while driving you want to bounce less.
that's good, it's got no difference with oem
But doesn't that result in a bumpier, uncomfortable ride? When you hit a bump that energy has to go somewhere. So either the shock absorbs it by compressing and decompressing and preventing the impact from being felt inside the car or the shock remains stiff and the impact from hitting the bump is transferred directly to the body of the car and leads to a bumpy uncomfortable ride inside the vehicle.@@1soupasaurus
Are you blind 😅
Trw?
The tire pressure was low on OEM but it's ok
Lol you need to compare new for both.
Obivously the new struts will work better.
Jacob Ball yes that is obvious. But i am not the person who replaces new mediocre OEM parts on my vehicles with new mediocre after market parts. I thought this was interesting to see how the old parts lose performance and how new low cost parts can improve the ride.
how are the monrow struts now? They last?
looks like a lot people go with KYB now.
OEM better !
Monroe is bad it makes noise
Yes they do! Installed them on my accord front and rear. Monroe by far is the worst. OEM all the way if you can afford them.
Monroe just not as good as tgey used to be...have had 3 fail in under 15k miles
New vs old? Really?.......smh
No one said you had to do what he did or made you watch. Smh
old VS new = 🤣🤣🤣
Kybs better . Monroe ok
I tried kyb gas a just and kyb gr2 on my Silverado, both made it ride like a rock, pun intended. Monroe Magnum truck shocks made it ride smooth again, guessing it's the larger volume, because they're massive compared to the gr2s.
Im wasting time
Tell me who wins 🏆
And how 🤔
Monroe shocks are garbage. Bought mine and only lasted 1 year
@Who Cares hahahahahah
What do you recommend??
@@brianresendiz9020 KYB or OEM if you can fork out the money for it. Monroe are just junk.
@@yang91387
Look kids....it's one of those.........Trolls that live under a bridge.
Thats probably you bought the $20 ones? I have 8 year old Monroe sensa track and still fine!