How to Replace Shock Absorbers on your car FAST and Easy
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- Shock Absorber Replacement. Learn how to replace rear shock absorbers fast and easy. This job takes 6min each side and saves you a lot of money if you do it yourself! To change the shocks you need a few sockets, a torque wrench, and that is basically it! Watch in real time, with no edits to the video, so you can really get a feel for what is involved!
Here is where I get my inexpensive shocks: www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UT...
Here is the ratchet/socket set I was using: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000...
Here is the more in-depth shock video: • How to Replace Shocks ...
How to replace front shocks: • How to Replace Front S...
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holy cow... 3 years ago I paid a couple hundred bucs to get this done on my old car... Now I can do it myself... Thanks ChrisFix
+Daniel Ortiz Awesome Daniel! Glad you are learning a lot!
+lcserg87 Why would you make a comment like that? You're an idiot!
+twn5858 No kidding.
+lcserg87 wtf does that supposed to mean?
Thats a lot of bucs
After watching, I replaced the front shocks on my Jeep Grand Cherokee. It rides much better now. Your videos are great confidence builders. Many thanks!
How many miles did it have when u replaced shocks?
+John Kennedy 110k
@@johnkennedy9078 湯地
I liked that concept A LOT: "confidence builders". That would be the two words that better describe most ChrisFix videos.
Thank you and greetings from Portugal.
No religion is accepted in front of Allah except Islam,PROPHET(PBUH)
Wow I paid $300 to get mine done a couple years ago. Shocks were $30 each at auto zone. Last week I did it all by myself, it's only 2 nuts to unscrew and that's it.. never thought it would be so easy. Thank you!
My mechanic wants to charge me $400 just for labor 😒
Those must have been some cheap shocks.
@@NFLYoungBoy223 could’ve been oem specs. I’ve seen a lot of better but oem spec shock absorbers be pretty cheap but great for replacing old ones
same, I assumed it was actually time consuming and paid 350 to install 40$ shocks at a garage... Some people's children... open garages. Thanks CFIx!!
any thoughts out there on base cheapo shocks vs high end? is it best to buy the 30 dollar shocks or the 130 dollar ones when your little pickup truck bounces around like a pogo stick?
If they could replace 8 shocks an hour at 350 each for an hour a day and a 40 hour week with no holiday, they'd make a salary of $1450000 - meaning the labour of replacing those shocks was roughly twice as valuable as the average neurosurgeon or just under 7 times as valuable as the director of NASA. @@hehunches
May you continually be blessed for sharing your knowledge, much respect Mr Chris
Chris, you've gone and done it again! You helped me to understand just how easy and simple it would be to replace the worn out shocks on my 2007 F-150 (132K) - and I've just finished doing the job. Thanks, once more, for all of the time and effort you put into the terrific 'how-to' videos that you share with us. They are a wealth of great teaching and information!
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I could watch Chris Fix videos all day long! Look daunting but he makes them look so easy to do!
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Anne, GOOD!
Pretty cool to see the unedited version. Thanks for taking the time to edit your videos. I see how much work you out into it now.
Tesoromio22 Im glad you enjoyed it!
Just came across your vids Chris. FANTASTIC help for a mid-level DIYer that I am. I have to say your vids have been a great help! Thanks for taking the time to do such a great job of your Vid and Voice production.
You were the only person that mentioned the torque specs and lock tight. Thanks for the video!!
Karlton
Thread locker isn't really necessary if you are torquing to spec in most cases, the major exception being brake bolts. Plus, the threads have to be clean in order for the thread locker to be effective, something Chris clearly does not bother with before adding thread locker. Look at the instructions for any thread locker product, it will say the surfaces to be locked must be clean and dry. If you must use thread locker on used bolts and nuts, hit them with some brake cleaner first.
Hi chrisfix! I want to say thank you for all videos that you uploaded! We are now self proclaimed mechanic after watching your videos!
You’ve helped me so much , not just with the knowledge of the job at hand but with the confidence to do it myself on my 1976 FSJ Jeep Wagoneer.
Thank you
That’s the goal! Awesome!
Thanks for video. Gave me the confidence to order the replacements. It was just as easy as you described. Saved me at least $300 over the dealership price. I also bought better shocks for half the price.
this guy actually provides quite a service,hoping folks appreciate what he does...
I'm pretty sure ChrisFix has top of the line air tools and compressor but being the great guy he is to show us all how to do with regular hand tools he sacrifices those luxuries. Thanks, Chris 👍
@ChrisFix Always producing Hugh quality videos. I love the fact that you give a thorough explanation and show you can use basic tools to do the job. Keep it up, I've learned so much. You're doing a great job!
Raul Sotelo Thanks man! I appreciate it! I am glad you are liking the videos!
Thanks for this video. I worked on my father's 2000 Toyota Tacoma base model. Very similar. Easy stuff. Breaker bar makes the job so much easier. I ended up using wire brush, scrubbed off the rust on the bolt where you mount the shock absorber onto, put silicone paste on there since shock absorber has rubber, and then put anti-seize on the bolt screw instead of threadlocker only bcz it'll be easier to loosen and bcz I didn't have threadlocker and too lazy to drive to auto store to buy one. Bought both rear and front shocks KYB Excel-G for $15 each. Spent $60 total. Total cost to replace all of them = $70($60 for 4 shocks, $10 for shipping). Shops would've charged me $100-$150 each corner, even more, which would've been total of $400-600 for all 4 corners, possibly even more. Thank you very much.
I learned how to change my rotors and brake pads from Cris Fix, and so far it's been great.
I was shopping around to get a better price on my rear shocks on my Toyota minivan.
I am gonna do it myself.
Thanks so much for the great videos, may God bless you man.
Awesome! Thanks a lot!
hi Chris, i just wanted to let you know that i watch all your videos because you do everything with tools that most people have, you also make videos that i can follow and actually do myself, Thanks Ryan
Ryan T Thanks for the feedback Ryan! I try to use common hand tools and make it clear so anyone can follow along and fix their own car. I am really glad you are liking the videos!
"It's kind of windy out here." On cue, leaves blow by.
He's a geny!
Thanks leaf
4:08
I thought the exact same thing lol
I need to fix my car in the rain, garage was full of tools and other junk. LOL.
Hey @Chrisfix thanks for showing me this I've been watching your vids for a bit along with 2 other ppl and since I've been watching the videos my boss is impressed with the knowledge that I'm learning movement from cleaning up oil, transmission fluid and stuff like that to actually working on cars I plan on starting my own side business wen I'm off work and now I know how to change rear shocks if all goes well I plan on buying a classic muscle and rebuild it thanx again
Where are you located reminds me of long island
New subscriber. Thanks for all the informational in depth videos. This doesn't only save me money but now it saves me time. Thanks Chris Fix. Keep up the hard work.
I'll be doing the exact same job on a very similar vehicle. Thanks for showing how easy it is to do this job.
Glad the video was helpful!
Thanks Chris!! Had to replace the rear shocks on my wife's 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. Followed your vid and did it! Thanks again.
Love this. Super helpful. Saved my day. And was super comfortable to watch! Great audio. Awesome voice
Chris Fix I have learned more about car maintenance from your channel it's crazy keep up the great work cheers from Australia
This is wonderful!! I love the real time aspect. Would you do a real time video on strut replacement?
That was awesome seeing you work "unedited". It just goes to show how much work you put into these videos on your edited versions so we dont have to watch the "slow" parts. This was a cool idea. Nice work ChrisFix
Thanks man! I figured it would be neat to see since this was such a simple fix! Watch the other side (which is edited) and you will see I can cram so much info and make it so smooth and seamless when I edit it!
NP man! Keep doing what you are doing! To me, you make the best how to videos on youtube!
I see you don't use many impact guns, I appreciate that sometimes they do more damage than good, I enjoy your videos. Lots of good information.
Hey Chris, I broke off a mounting stud when I was doing one of them and am applying a stud repair kit. Would love to see a video from you on stud repair if that ever happends to you!
Thanks,
Peter
You make this look so easy. I will watch this a few more times. thanks! love all your vids
i had 2 year of college with an automotive technician degree where they taught us how to always torque fasterns and do things right... now that i work in the industry, im sorry to report most shops don't want u to do that, they want the job done quick so they can roll another in.
truly said
So is it like another money making tactic
Of course they do that Mechanics get paid different ways so yeah they want you to change it tighten it and ship it and not to bother with torque if you can get like torque sticks if you'd like it be many different sizes tho
Most people don't access the torque specs (this is really unusual for most things and not necessary). You only get them from shop manuals for each particular car and that's not realistic to expect a mechanic to do that to every vehicle, unless he charges you extra labor to reference all the specs (it takes time). It isn't 'being greedy' (always exceptions) it's really more just being practical. Take your air gun, zip it down it ain't coming loose. Chris Fix is showing you the 'full gamut' not necessarily that you have to do it that way (showing you how to do it without air tools, for example). This is if you want to be slow, deliberate and take your time "do it right" while learning for novices, just don't expect every mechanic who has to earn a living to be that particular in each case, it's just not required.
You can damage bushings, bearings, and studs if you just use an impact or torque by feel, so the mechanic should use a torque wrench.
I been working on cars for seven years and I always like to come back and rewatch these videos make sure I do things right.
thanks for this man im doing mine tomorrow. got the bolts soaking just now
Awesome!
Soaking?
Mark Munson leaving bolt loosener grease on the bolt for few hrs to make it easier to get off.
ChrisFix do you jack up from rear dif or from frame rail? Do you want the shocks compressed or stretched for most simple removal?
Thanks for showing how easy this really is! Much appreciated.
This guy is the greatest.
Hey Chris! I'm currently into the process of buying new shocks for my 95 c1500 Silverado, and was researching prices for auto shops here in my town. I didn't know this was so easy and quick! deftly helping me out, thanks a lot!
Awesome! I am glad the video was helpful!
Thanks again Chris for another simple, doable repair. Take care.
moneygeewtee No problem! I am glad you enjoyed the video! I like repairs that go this smoothly!
My frist comment ever on youtube , i just want to say that your average videos show clear position of view that help me alot to try it out after . Well good job on cars and video editing . :) Keep it up
The real time videos are great, consider doing this again, thank you
Real time is always cool. Thanks Chris.
This was so helpful and filled me with such confidence! Thank you so much for making this video!!!
Thanks for the video. About to replace front and rear shocks on my 1988 Mazda B2200.
That's probably THE easiest shock replacement I've seen in a rear. Would be nice if they were all that easy, my 1997 explorer is a different animal in that regard (putting in gabriel max controls so I don't have to do it again for awhile, the cheap monro-matics I had in there blew out after a few years)
exactly, I have never seen shocks that were separate from the springs
Me neither, at least not at normal cars, which does not include citroen.
@@eksine ford transit van is like that.
Lol, oldie but goodie! ChrisFix u helped 1000's by now! Congrats and thank u, i know u have helped me out a few times too!!
Please do a video on choosing shocks and struts, sizing them etc. You're the best.
You are a wonderful person, thank you so much for being you!
I really miss Chris fix in 2020... please come back to us
YOU SAVED ME SO MUCH MONEY! THANK YOU!
I thought it would be complicated but this is something I could probably do myself. Thanks for posting this.
+Michael Wells No problem! Glad the video was helpful!
My car really needs it and I’ve been holding back on doing it because the mechanic is charging me $500... now I’m going to do this myself as soon as possible ! Thanks!
What an Absolute Legend well done Chris! 😎👏👏
hi Chris Fix from Australia love your video they are easy to understand
I did this job on my own after viewing this video. A tip: after you remove the shock absorber, the whole assembly of rear tyre may lower a little, because of which you wont be able to insert the bolt on the top side of the shock absorber. To fix this, put something like a wood piece, or in my case, my car's scissor jack under the wheel hub before you remove the shock.
Mic quality is amazing! This is like watching a livestream
Chris = 6 minutes one handed and blindfolded. Me = 3 hours, trying not to cuss. Got it done though, and feels great! Thanks!!
Did the exact same job on our 04 Mazda MPV. Yes, it was very easy. Now f,or the brake rotors and front shocks.
Sounds intimidating, but now that I've seen it I think I can do it:) Many thanks for the tutorial buddy.
Chris, I'm not a mechanic but just wanted you to know what a great job you're doing with your videos. They are really easy to follow for someone like me with very little experience. Could I make a request...I am not comfortable with jacking up my car. Is there a safe and proper way to do this so that I don't get hurt? Maybe a video on how to do this properly and what type of jack to purchase would be helpful.
Peter Gensheimer Thanks Peter. I have been debating if I should do a video on jacking up the car because it is one of those liability things and so many cars are so different. That being said, I have had numerous requests so I think I will. In the meantime, this video will definitely help: czcams.com/video/314HE4aMG-g/video.html
You are a wonderful person Chris and handy as well.
Wow that was so easy
Thank you
I need to change mine
I m going to do it
Great video by the way thanks for sharing your knowledge with h others that aren't familiar !!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
A ChrisFix's videos to the rescue again! Gonna do that on my 94 F150! Thank you sir!!!
I have the same ratchet / sockets. Nice video man!
Great video! Thanks man!
Thanks for the tip Chris fix👍👍👍👍👍
very helpful! greetings from venezuela!
luis lopez Great! Glad the video was helpful and thanks for the shout out from Venezuela!
Great vid!! Gonna work on mine now.
Good work. I’m doing my own tomorrow
just replaced mine today with some good quality KYB shocks, I got one that was leaking oil off of my 1996 Dodge Ram 1500. I had to lower my spare tire in order to have more room just to get into my rear shocks. My torque specifications required the top bolt to be tighten down to 30 ft-lbs and the bottom nut to be tighten down to 100 ft-lbs, but hey, that's Dodge to you.
Sensational mate, its very easy
Once again..awesome!
Great video mate. From down under Australia
Mark Dippel Thanks a lot and thanks for the shout out from Australia!
Good job Chris...... U rock...Good Video.
Phil Sick Thanks Phil!
I need to do this. Thanks bro
good video, thank you 👍🏼
Thank You Mr Chris for all your help!! Mr Chris I need some help, I have a 2002 E150 van with a carpet cleaning equipment the machine is about 900 lbs is bounces on 30 miles and above what shocks do you recommend for my van? thank you 😊
Might take up to 30 min on some depending on how the layout is like an 07 Toyota RAV4. Great video though love your work
Bro can you do a video of how you charge and estimate jobs when you work on peoples vehicles?
Great vid..ty chris
great vid. Do you have any tutorial about converting or upgrading drumb breakes to disk breaks?
Thanks Chris.
Chris fix can you make a video on how to remove a C4 Corvette rear suspension . I need help
I like how no matter how old a video is he still responds to yuou
I try
ChrisFix is the man.
Chris Fix you should show how to make you car stop knocking and also a engine rebuild!
You are a mechanical genius
Hey ChrisFix!! I have changed my 2012 Lexus IS250 brakes + Rotors, Front Struts by watching your videos. Thank you so much.....
My question is: My Torque wrench is messed up. Is there a way it can be fixed ? Or I have to buy a new wrench ?
Thank you for your response.
good job Chris ,is there a video how to check shock absorbers are they good or bad ?
Nice video,
Oh my question is when shall I replace a shock absorber?
I like the real time footage
6 minute job (faster with air tools as you said), and the Mechanics charge upwards of $300 for this work. Shows how much of a scam some of these shop jobs actually are. Thanks for this helpful information Chris!
It’s amazing how much one guy can save you in cash just by showing you how to do something
give a man a fish.... you know the rest
Another great video, yet again! That looks like the Windstar. If so, here's a tip to save you a lot of hassle. In 6-9 months when those Monroes turn to junk, I suggest disregarding the lifetime warranty to save you from replacing them 3 times like I did and still having a bouncy, clanky rear end after all that hassle. Instead, go on rockauto or amazon and order the OEM motorcraft rear shocks (2 of part # ASH52 or ASH24577) and the Moog variable rate springs (part # CC875 for the pair). All you have to do is disconnect both shocks and gently lower the axle to the ground with your jack and you can just pull out and slide in the new springs (with a LITTLE bit of persuasion but no spring compressors needed or anything). Put the tighter coils on the variable rate springs on top. Part of the problem, besides the monroes being utter garbage, is those old constant rate springs are weaker and don't provide much "help" to the shocks. The variable rate ones simultaneously absorb the little bumps smoothly and provide better ride control.
Anyway, thanks again for the videos and please keep them coming!
ScubaCat3 Thanks man and thanks for the tips!
I now have the knowledge but I need the tools. Hopefully my bro has a good torque ratchet.
ah,its good to rewatch old videos
Nice color shock
Hey Chris going to tackle this job in 2 weeks. Do you work on cars for money? I could use a good guy. thanks for the vids
if im doing this for an older car, a 1973 Oldsmobile omega to be exact, what torque should i do for the bolts
Thank you for take the mystery out how long it will take and how much I should be charge for a job done like hat.
No problem!
I love you man.
Thanks! I am glad the videos have been helpful!!!