HOW TO REPLACE YOUR REAR STRUTS ON YOUR HONDA ELEMENT WATCH THIS FIRST
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
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Today in the driveway is our 03 Honda Element! We bought it not to long ago and I’m just getting it in tip-top shape for its age. I had issues with bottoming out the cargo carrier when I would haul a snowblower. I suspect that rear struts needs to be replaced and LOOK RUSTY CRUSTY TO BOOT!
A lot of Element owner’s complain on how hard it is to do it…I didn’t believe them. Just 3 Bolts and we are good to go…they couldn’t have been so right and me WRONG!
1A Auto has an excellent video on how to do this…WELL that is in a perfect world. Here in NY we get a thing called snow…rust!
Here is a link to 1A Auto’s video: • How to Replace Rear St...
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Dude, I gotta give you props on not taking out the parts of the video where you struggled. Small egos make great men. Good job.
This channel is full of transparency! I am no better than you or anyone else who chooses to watch and comment. You watch other videos they make it look easy. Which is fine, mine wasn’t easy and I want people to know what to do in case it’s not easy. The answer isn’t quitting bc a video didn’t cover it.
My advise to anyone doing this job. Go to the hardware and get the appropriate hardware. At the first sign of struggle, just cut them out. If wasn’t so focused on reusing the OEM hardware (for some god for shaken reason) video would have been a lot less shorter lol!
One of my subs on another video phrased it…
“I do it twice, so you do it nice”
Appreciate the kind words, sorry about the rant! 🔧🤙🏻🇺🇸🦅
OMG, my heart dropped when you kicked the jack stand. 😂
its been 8 months...are you OK?
LOL jkjk CZcams never notified me of your comment. I came across it responding to someone else.
In a word, HONESTY. I truly appreciate your input and have gone ahead and planned for the worst. I am poor and on a fixed income so I needed this. Bless you.
Don’t make the same mistake as me. If that bolt gives you an issue just cut it. I know time is money…just buy hardware ahead of time to reduce down time. Can always return if you don’t use
@@pattayperformance ... you're absolutely right. New bolts = $25. Divide that by the hours saved and you come out way ahead.
Love the real world struggles and your positive attitude dealing with them. I always seem to have similar luck in my DIY jobs-nothing ever seems to come off easily. Great job and thanks for showing the “real life” scenario, and I still look forward to tackling this job next week.
I figure you learn from my mistakes as well as not everyone has a lift.
Hopefully you learned from my mistakes (being infatuated) with saving the original hardware for the bottom.
How did you make out?
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i have a mostly rust free car that came from nevada and i have had in colorado for 3 years. after watching your video and getting all my parts, tools, and a day off from work i thought i would have an easy go at this. boy was i humbled quickly. couldnt get it to budge with my impact. im going to order some new bolts, get a breaker bar and keep soaking them in penetrating fluid until the bolts arrive. thanks for the vid. im hoping the breaker bar works so i dont have to bring the car in for service
Stop wasting time…cut them out and get new hardware from local store. Make sure GRADE 8 and use a nylon lock nut! Don’t forget anti-seize
Game On! I think I might change my rear struts myself, thank you for the video and tips.
YOU GOT THIS...If I were to do this all again I would have cut the bottom bolts out from the get go. Just make sure you have proper bolts,nuts ad washers on hands to replace them.
YOU CAN DO THIS!
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Bro thank you for all your Element videos! They have been so helpful you have no idea. By far the best how to video for this out there 🙏
Doesn’t get any more real then this 😂
You are a trooper. I really enjoyed your realness. I am glad you achieved the end goal, even though it was a huge struggle, and get that sense of satisfaction at the end. I can relate to that. I enjoyed your clip a lot more than some edited version showing how easy peasy it is to get this job done. Thanks
Please learn from my mistake and don’t struggle with those bottom bolts! Just cut them out and replace with new grade 8 hardware.
Don’t let my struggles deter you! You got this!
I really appreciate you taking the time for the feedback! It’s the most satisfying thing for me!
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I was so ready for this job after the 1A Auto video haha! Your video reminded me what reality looks like!
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You def are ready! Just to reduce down time…I would pick up new hard ware. As soon as bolts give you trouble trying to remove them. Remember this video and just cut them out! That I feel really soaked me for time.
You got this!
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Thank bro for updating the description. Like your setup 👍🏻
I just gotta remember every time I post a video on the Honda it’s there 😂
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Good job, for extra security, you should put the tires under the vehicle to aid in case the vehicle falls
Thank you! These are Hein Warner 6 Tons but you can never be too cautious!
The punch and socket trick saved me. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching and great job with the repair!
Good video on Element maitenance as always. Thanks for the mention! Looks easy if that bottom bolt wasn't so hard to get off. Looking forward to the fronts!
Rust Belt Problems...I don’t even know why I even tried bothering trying to save them!
I give credit when credit is do! I like the utility aspect of you...small engine, big engine and house 🔧🇺🇸🦅🤙🏻
Just tackled this job after watching yours as well as a few other videos. You guys up north have a lot of rust and corrosion that we don't see down here in the south. Seventeen years and 441K miles on my Element and I have no rust nor any seized fasteners. A bigger impact may have made your job easier. My impact has 1200 ft/lbs of torque and banged that bolt right off. But the force of the spring put so much downforce on it that I ruined the threads trying to get it free. I wish I had a taken the upper control arm bolt off first to help alleviate the force. Live and learn!
I answered you on the Element forums…glad you made it over here. Flattered to have a Legend grace my channel
i have to do all mine, while you were trying to get those bolts off i already knew i was going to use my grinder or saws all. BTW great video
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I thought they could be saved 🙃
Video would have been significantly shorter if I cut them out🤣
Hopefully yours go smooth!
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Very good video, this is a real world working man video!
Thank you! Please don’t make the same mistakes as me! Just cut the damm thing out 😝
Thank you for the help it is appreciated
These videos mean nothing without people like you! Feel free to check out the dedicated library I have on Honda Element Repair Videos!
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Thanks for the DIY post. I wanted to like the Monroe Quick Strut but felt I should share my cautionary tale:
At the advice from my mechanic, I bought QuickStruts for the front & back for my 05 Element. I had Monroe Quickstruts professionally installed in the front and DID NOT HAVE GOOD RESULTS, unfortunately. I had to return my front Monroe QS right & left 2 times for warranty replacement. Monroe put up a fight and wasted hours of my time before finally conceding. They WILL NOT pay for labor expenses (approx $380 in my case). After 2 replacements in less than a year I still did not have a good secure ride and it was clear that Monroe did not really want to stand behind their product, despite their "lifetime guarantee". I finally got smart and installed KYB in the front and will install KYB in the rear in a month. I have a pair of Monro QS new in box . If anyone wants to make an offer, I live in Boston. Feel free to reach out.
Been using Monroe’s for almost a decade and no issues.
It’s very rare any manufacturer will pay for labor. Sounds like you made the mistake of buying parts and bringing them to your mechanic. If you supplied the parts the mechanic isn’t responsible.
On the Honda forums as of lately a lot of people are having issues with KYB’s. Some of them the quality is so bad they can’t even install it. Apparently jumping through hoolah hoops to get them warranteed bc they bought them online.
None the less glad you got your E sorted out!
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It's not a "lifetime warranty" "It's a "LIMITED" lifetime warranty" and that unfortunately is a huge difference. I did tons of research and KYB Quick struts were rated #1 so that's what I just purchased, so hopefully they will last awhile
@davidlemmel6792 Scotty Kilmer said the same thing about purchasing KYB and bad results with Monroe, so I definitely went with KYB and happy so far👍
awesome video Jason my friend
Thanks Ed! Hope all is well! 🤙🏻🦅🇺🇸🔧
Subscribed. Really well explained. I have a 2003 Element and that is going to be my next project. I am in the Northwest so we don't have the rust issue. Hopefully my bolts come out easier. Please let me know how the Monroe's ride and how is it handles heavy loads. Thanks and have a great thanksgiving.
Thank you! Just like some of the my other video’s on the Element, I go through some of the options and I explain why I went that route (part wise). As Element owner’s were are all in the same E lol! Keep it on the road for as long as we in a cost efficient manner. It’s been almost a week and so far so good. Next up are the Fronts! The heaviest I will haul is around 500 lbs.
Happy Thanksgiving to your family and you. 🤙🏻🦅🇺🇸🔧
@@pattayperformance Thank you. Looking forward to the front replacement video. Happy Thanksgiving to your family and you also. Stay safe.👍
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Happy New Year!
More E Videos on the way when warmer weather comes 🤣
I’m lucky I live in Tennessee so we don’t have the salt and corrosion you have up north. I just did mine on 6/9/23 it took about 3 hours The bottom bolts were a nightmare. He Kroil is a God send I watch your video because I thought maybe I was doing something wrong. It looks like I had a much easier time than you.
LOL...glad yours went as smoothly as mine! If I would have just cut the bolts out this video would have been 5 mins long LOL
I live in Minnesota and just like New York it's continual salt/rust issues, what a PAIN😩. I just had my rear struts done a few months ago, and yesterday I had a complete exhaust system including a new cat converter replacing everything just like your doing and it's NOT OEM. To replace the complete exhaust system with cat converter with the upstream and downstream sensors cost me $1182.00. Do you think that's an okay deal? Love your videos 🙏
great video....diggin your tires
Thank you so much! My pain is your pleasure!
Falken Wildpeaks ALL DAY
Thank you so much! My pain is your pleasure!
Falken Wildpeaks ALL DAY
Am glad I see a wheel chuck... Nice hat homie...
Safety First! Nothing wrong with being Patriotic while fixing your Element 😂
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I was thinking 🤔
You said in your video that you installed coilovers.
What brand? I just bought mine and I'm getting it ready as a daily driver.
I am in process of replacing my front and back I got the front done got the driver side in back but having problems getting the bolt in the passenger side
I still have my fronts sitting in the back…god willing I’m that busy lol.
Deep breathes and take your time. Don’t be afraid to use a jack to help with lifting and aligning the holes so the bolt can go through. Also use a chisel as well in the boot hole to move it all into place.
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I think your video give the average DIYer a better idea of what they're in for
The 1a vid isn't realistic in terms of time and energy. They're going to make as clear and concise as possible and Sue makes it seem a little too easy
Thanks for making these vids. Im putting BC coilovers on mine and this is just the vid I needed to see
Thank you! 1A Sue is an EXCELLENT video. Just doesn’t bring to light what most owner’s will encounter. They can’t cover it all and honestly if my nuts and bolts weren’t frozen this video would have been just like theirs 🤣. Awesome on the Coilovers! All of my trucks are lowered...If I didn’t need extra height in the rear, I would have lowered the E as well.
My suggestion is...first sign of trouble with the bolts, cut em out...so you don’t end up like me! My body is still aching 🤣. Mostly my knees
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My 05awd has a fixed nut on the back. Was yours a fixed nut? Thanks!
I'm definitely doin it myself. Especially if It has the added benefit of giving me an excuse to buy a grinder
So sorry I missed this comment! YT doesn’t send me all the notifications!
Don’t forget to buy hardware incase you do have to use your grinder. Reduce down time and keep the job going in a timely manner.
Sometimes I stop in the middle of a job that kicked my ARSE and I contemplate life’s decisions 🤣🤣🤣
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pb blaster the nuts one day prior would make things easier.
So I knew I was doing this job ahead of time so I did it daily for the week and just before I did the job. As you can see the damage was already done.
Hopefully you learning from my video at the first struggle just cut them out
Any suggestions for the bolt besides to not cut it off? Really struggling to get that thing off and those 2 bolts (one each side) are not gonna have me cave in and have a mechanic put them in for 200 total
Please cut it off should be less than 5 mins and $10.
Don’t struggle like me and waste time trying to save them. He is going to do the same thing.
@@pattayperformance big problem. I’m new to DIY repairs so I don’t have the right tools for that. And I think I could get a new bolt at the store but idk how common that bolt is.
@@sebastianholmes5020 that bolt can be picked up at any local hardware/home depot/lowes.
Make sure you you get
Bolt
2 washers
1 nylon lock not.
When you cut it out and get it out, bring it with you to match up diameter and length wise.
The less than $20 you will spend on corded cut off tool from harbor freight can be used for many things from E, lawn mower and other projects in life.
Great tool to have on hand
@@pattayperformance huge thank you! Will be doing that!
This is why I'd never want to be a mechanic. Plus I'm 5"5 125. I'm always busting out the breaker bars because I'm a wimp. Glad you're using something other than Snap-On. Pretty sure those max bite wrenches are made in Taiwan, not china.
Lol, believe me I get creative with leverage of I can’t use. I get the Snap On Comment, but there are some things you can’t live with out.
what size were those nuts and bolts. I would rather go to the hardware store than the dealer. But i am def cutting them off.
Going to the dealer isn’t necessary just make sure they are grade 8 and nylon lock nut!
What size wheels and what kind of tires are those
15x8
Falken Wildpeak AT 235/75/15
How many hours did it take you? How many hours would it take the 2nd time?
It’s hard to say because I was videoing it!
Now being that I know what to do 1 hour each side and that’s being generous!
after watching the video same 1 hour time frame for first time. BECAUSE…if the bottom bolt gives you an inkling of trouble…cut it out!
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Hey Jason that was very interesting but I still say you just need a nice 1500 or 2500 chevy pick up as a everyday driver but that's me ha ha now about your tool clean up I laughed cause you look like my Dad and brother after they get done tools everywhere I'm guessing Bruce and I are a like I watch him regular like I do you but I'm he must come from a back ground like mine where you have account for your tool when you done for me working on air craft you can't leave a socket laying I. There but anyway that was great video and I work and fix all my cars and trucks tell the mrs I said hi hope school going well for here
I’m so sorry I missed this comment! I was never notified!
I think you are right…thinking maybe something a little older 😎
My element has 270 k miles. Have not replaced struts or shocks yet.
Thank you sharing! They def need to replaced by now if they are OG to the E. Most people get “used” to the feeling. Once replaced it’s like “oh sh*t” they can feel/notice the difference.
If this repair can’t be done by yourself consider it a very costly maintenance item as what I’ve read from others.
Hope the New Year is treating the E and you well!
local honda dealership here in maine wanted $1280 ++ to do the rear struts on my 08
Woah! These cars are coming up 20 years old. If you aren’t going to do any work or maintenance on your own. Set aside $500-700 a month/same amount of money it would run you for a new car.
Once you get excess money in the account invest it! Keep the rest for repairs and maintenance!
I fully plan on doing it on my own... car was in for diagnostics (failed ABS sensor) and they sent us home with a $6000+ laundry list of things it needs.. most of which it doesn't... I have the tools and a garage and am pretty sure I can do the rear struts myself for a 3rd of the price honda quoted me
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I would have laughed at $6k bill. You got this! It’s a Honda…not a space ship. No specialty tools needs just patience! Keep me updated! 🇺🇸🔧🦅🤙🏻
You’re in NY. Do you do side work? Same car. Thanks.
Yes depending on the weather and what the issue is.
Where are you located?
@@pattayperformance NYC. Front/ rear suspension. SC model
@@Utopia915 front and rear quick struts? Not a problem...wait till the weather warms up a bit. Will need the car for a long weekend.
Dude, I would never lay under a car on jackstands and push to the side.. literally pushing super hard side to side possibly shoving the car off the stands..
I really APPRECIATE your concern for my safety. I concur, these aren’t Jack Stands from HF and are absolutely overkill. These are for Mandingo.
They are Hein Warner’s 6 Tons and you can see by the wide base, it’s really going to take some movement to get them fail.
Great point for others to take note!
Hopefully people learn from this video and JUST CUT OUT hardware to save time and aggravation.
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Can anybody guess what causes rear end grinding noises when sharply turning at parking speeds? I’ve considered the rear diff but it seems fine by my mechanic
Excellent question...
I would get underneath it and start grabbing things to see what’s broken and worn. Replace what looks funky.
If you suspect a rear diff, drop the fluid and inspect for metal shavings. By nature there should be some but excessive will tell you it all. Changing out your rear diff fluid is a maintenance item as well. Some manufacturers vary from 30k-150k. I keep it simple at every 50k. I keep a binder for my records and receipts. It really helps me keep track of things and gets parts warranteed when needed.
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This is almost always rear diff related from what you described. It just needs the fluid changed in it. Honda recommends every 30k to change it. Use genuine Honda fluid. Easy job, I did it a while back and made a video on it. czcams.com/video/YbO1L_w9RVk/video.html
Im in this exact situation and im gonnma blow my head off 😅
It’s very fru$$$$traing for sure! You got this cut the damm bolt out don’t struggle like me thinking you can save it
lol, I am ordering 2 new nuts and bolts.. I am cutting mine off if its that tough. I am too old for that shit...
No need to order just get at the hardware store! Make sure the nuts are nylon lock nuts as well as GRADE 8
using the big guns brother lol
It ain’t much but it helps 🤣
Hi i want the same wheels
Pepboys
You broke that off for a 12 V Milwaukee Hammer drill talking about the wheels
Yes sir! Just had that much power to it!
Use full tanks
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Their is nothing in the description on your rim & tire setup.
Fixed and thank you!
I search for the Pep Boy Special Rims: 15x8 you mentioned but can't find them. Do you have a link for the rims?
Seems simple enough. LMFAO.
It is! Just don’t be an idiot like me, wanted to save OEM bolts. If I would have cut the old ones out would have been done in half the time and effort.
You got this!
Hey you interested in buying my element, I'm in New York too.
What are the details on it? Where in NY?
@@pattayperformance it's a 2005, roughly 182,000 on it, Galapagos green, some rust on body but not that bad, runs and no issues with engine or transmission but does need work (rear shocks, rear brakes, one motor mount). Time to move on from it but I know people like them so rather than it rot away here I'll put it out there.I'm not looking for a lot on it.....I'm around the Albany area.
Yeah im fucking stuck on the back struts god dang bolt😡🤦
When it doubt cut it out and get new hardware. Make sure the nut is locking one with nylon in it. I used what I used bc that’s what I had on hand.
You got this!
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A Honda mechanic too???
Lol! Just trying to be a good wrencher like yourself 😁
Misery!
loves company...thanks for hanging with me!
get down and what lol
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Struts every 50,000?? F that
I know right...just better off buying a new vehicle at that point🤣
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Break your ratchet ?
You were taking your life in your hands under there
I was on 6 Ton Jack Stands…Honda would break those stands!
Hein Warner’s! Can’t put a price on safety!
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You're at the wrong angle to do it
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Next time put something under the car incase if falls .... sooner or latter one will ..
I have 5 ton jack stands under the there. Can’t any safer than that and chock for the front wheel so it can’t roll on me as well.
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@@pattayperformance in CZcams search car falls Jack stands ...
the stands will hold the weight but you can literally push the car off the stands when you trying break a bolt especially using cheaters and pry bars that give you leverage.
@@David-ry5il that’s why I have the wheels chocked so it can’t move. Being 5 tons they are built strong and base is wider as well. I really appreciate your concern!
Useless video if you don't tape the part where you cut it out. Talking about it afterwards is useless.
Well just use common sense dummy 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Since you lack common sense this job or walking on your Element isn’t for you. You are liability to yourself and everyone around you.