Nice vid man! i have a truck and everytime i go over a bump it makes a really weird sound like 2 metals hitting each other, like something is lose, but i had a friend jump on the back while i laid under, and the sound seems to be coming from the rear shock. so is it posible for it to be sounding like 2 lose parts smacking each other? also theres a very small leak on it.
Dude, my sentiments exactly! I was watching the video like "damn, this guy has explained this better in the first three minutes than anything I've ever seen on the subject." Definitely needs his own show or TH-cam channel!
For the last 47 years I have been repairing cars and much more. Not as a backyard butcher but employed for my skills. I've been in awe of the power of You Tube for its ability to pass on repair techniques for just about anything but there are only a few people who really know what they are talking about and you are at the top of the list sir .I hate opening a video to find they know nothing at all just want to post something. The absolute best explanation coupled with cutaways. I just wanted to let you know this was great.
I just want to say, this was an extremely high quality lesson. I stumbled across this and wasn’t expecting to get such an in depth explanation. Thanks for making such a helpful and interesting video!
I know this is a older video but I got to be honest and say this is without a doubt one of the best made videos on You Tube with actual demonstrations shown. Thank you so much for the work you put into this video.
This must be THEEEE best video on this important subject matter pertaining to suspension The length that he went though to provide not only information on the subject but all the visual examples is truly above and beyond! Never seen anyone cutting open all the different type of shocks/struts/Air-shocks Taking the videos, and editing was superb Many thanks to you and this video!
I believe some parts of his video taken from pretty old video where the guy cut fenders out of his Mercedes and showed how suspension works when driving through pot holes and bumps. It was some kind of experiment.
Being a general mechanic is in some ways just as challenging as being a medical doctor. When a patient complains of an ailment, the doctor doesn't have to wonder what kind of kidney this particular model has or where the pancreas is located.
Holy smokes! This guy is incredible I've dealt with bump steer on my car for over two years. After changing ball joints, upper and lower control arms and bushings, my suspicion was struts but LITTLE did I find here on TH-cam or Google that matched my problems. This was so in depth and informative that it narrowed it right down for me and confirmed my hunch. The best video about this on the internet, hands down. Thanks man! Subscribed!
This is exactly what I needed. I knew something was up with my suspension, but your illustrations and examples were extremely helpful. Great video! I’ll be making an appointment for my vehicle right away.
I went to college for automotive and this is the first time I've ever seen a single video on TH-cam explain absolutely everything with perfect detail so..... I'm speechless If there was an award given out for Best automotive helping video on TH-cam this person right here deserves it. You got a new subscriber
Never before have a seen a video this short, and with so much technical information crammed in that is so clear and easy to understand. Absolutely superb!
Fantastic video. Straight to the point without all the bs of telling a story about how your shocks went out one day. Most ppl on TH-cam would have turned this into a 40 min video with the first 25 mins having the camera pointed at their own face. Thank you for this. Subbed
I'm a pc guy, dont know much about cars so I go thru a lot of such videos. But only this guy's videos are the most professional, most informative. I dont want to repair it myself, but I want to know what's going on. Thank you JDG.
Video editing and quality is great, very informative and excellent explanation. I have no reason to check other videos regarding struts and shocks after seen this one! You are a superior “TH-cam automotive technician instructor” haha You are doing something OUTSTANDING! Keep it up brother. I am learning a lot from you!
My car suddenly started to slip on turns and I thought it is because of wet road or wrong tire pressure, however someone told me to check shock absorbers, and This is the best detailed explanation I have found so far that gives exact idea why my car slips... one side simply goes too low but other side does not press against road proportionally, so turn is taken by one wheel simply saying. . . of course, it will not handle load... BIG THANK YOU !!!!!!
I took out my shock absorbers on one car. And the springs on another...and taught my friends and family what's it's all about in the back field. Great fun
Excellent explanation and visual understanding of how struts and shocks work on a car. Explained like an automotive engineer. Truly enjoyed the learning process that you provided here.
I was here just to check if my car suspension are working fine or they've issue, but now after watching your video I've become SME on suspension related problems 😉 Btw very informative and precise information.
Excellent video. Simple, objective, well edited and informative. The demos were just perfect. Especially the side by side. I see some cars on the road with horrible bounces, what a danger.
Thanks, great video. After 40 years in the business, I thought I knew everything about shocks and struts( not really I don't know everything about anything). But, I certainly learned a thing or two from your video, so thanks.
excellent tutorial! I have to admit, when I first clicked on this vid, I thought I'd be subjected to another wishy washy pseudo DIY vid but am I ever gald I was wrong. A perfect video for the non DIYer who just wants to know enough not to be ripped off and understand why some maintenance items should never be out off even if they dont seem important. Thanks so much for yiur effort and time
Very impressive informative video! Absolutely better than anything else I've seen on the subject. I think the big suspension component brands should have you do their videos.
I find a lot of YT videos on the how to repair or some drawn diagram of how things work but the camera mounted in action at the suspension was great. And your distinction between different types helped me actually learn. I dont say this about many ..I wish there were more like this. TY!
As an ASE certified mechanic: Good job! Because most FWD cars have struts, you might want to add diagnosing a bad upper strut mount (bearing), as it is integral part of the strut assembly.
This is the most descriptive video I have ever seen about shocks! So much info densely packed into one video in a very clear and easy to understand format! Also, I give this man extra credit for the visual aids such as demonstrating the vehicle going over bumps with & without struts/springs both attached which took much more effort than any other video I’ve seen and he did it in multiple scenarios! I’m so impressed and but constrained by my own vocabulary limitations so explain just how damn awesome this guy is but you get the point and I’ll shut up now! Like, share, and Long Live @JunkyDIYguy Thank you!
Your videos are incredible. You hsve much knowledge in the subject and explain it well. Thanks for taking the time to make them and I'm looking forward to more! Question: what's your favourite tool? :)
@@PappaLarro What exactly is he copying? The talent to explain well? Or good understanding of how to place cameras under correct viewing angles? Or perhaps the skill to edit his recordings and speech in a comprehensive flow, keeping things short and concise and to the point? What part of COPYING cHrisfix makes this production EASIER in any way?
This is the only video one would need to look when having a strut/shock problem. My 02:14 is the problem I have been facing. The shock absorbers went bad. The car was bouncing when going through small bad patches on road or when going over speedbreakers. Getting them replaced tomorrow.
Wow this video was so pleasing to watch: information delivered simply, straight to the point, not too much talking, great camera angles.. just awesome! Definetly going to subscribe!
Thanks for producing such a clear video. I'll be taking mine in for inspection after you confirmed some symptoms in getting in my drive. I thought I was just being overly sensitive about the handling and ride, but now I'm pretty certain I have a suspension problem. 👍
The only video on automobile I really could understand. No gimmicks. No bullshit. Just plain and simple explanations. Great job. You should be a teacher
The level of detailed explanation and visual aids in this video is just mind-blasting. I had never seen such an informative video on TH-cam since...ever.
Great info! Very informative! You answered a few questions I had about struts because I'm gonna be replacing all of mine real soon. But turns out its the actual shocks! Thanks pal! :)
"Hate" energy! My new favorite TH-camr! The visuals are just amazing so I can understand what I am being told. Thank you, sir! This is a great automotive channel. Sub'd Liked
Wow! Within the first few moments of this video I learned more than all of the other vids that I tabbed on earlier. After hours of perusing, this one was all I needed!. What a great informative, knowledgeable, specific, palatable, interesting way to take the time and effort, with graphics and comparison, so viewers could easily understand! Kudos for real!!! U rock. Thanx! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I like how you went a far as to remove the muffler to get a great shot of the suspension! Thank you for your time and effort you are doing a great job!
Bleed the fronts and rears. If the rear drum shoes push pins are out of the boots the brake cylinder will go past its seal and leak fluid/suck air. So bleed them and check the rear drum cylinder for missing parts. cause the springs will pull the drum shoe onto the cylinder so they will kind of work. But it will habitually let air in even if you bled them aa million times. Check the rears. 7 ton jaw puller to get old ones off rented of autozone.
What a video! Concise, precise, very well explained and helping out newbies and auto-enthusiasts at the same time. Thank you for your time you put into this informative video. Proper good job.
(tldr: you are awesome here's why) You already have enough kudos in the comments but I have to add to it. Excellent information. I really benefited from learning that there are 3 stages of valves inside the shock. It's great that you covered that. It's amazing work that you're doing. You're helping so many people and obviously you're getting to exercise your passion for, and understanding of automotive engineering as well as your ability to communicate. Your comprehensive, concise, and clear explanations are a gift. Thanks. I'm a neophyte mechanic determined to fix my cars by myself. You are invaluable to people like me.
Watched a few videos before this, switched before I got to the end of any of them. You are a genius! Not only do you know your stuff, you also know how to teach it very well. Good job dude! Keep it up!
I appreciate this detailed and comprehensive explanation of suspension. I believe it is very important to not only know how to repair/repair car parts but also know WHY you are doing it and what effect it will have.
This video is so detailed, omg...there is an illustration for everything you're trying to tell us....and that's why I'm subscribing...makes it so easy to understand!!!
I've Never seen any explanation with this sort of critical video demonstration! Epic Job man! There are more high end car youtubers with million subs, but none of them can get even close to you. You are gold buddy! 👍👍👍
Guys, check out my latest video
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I could not find your other video on how to replace shocks and struts :(
Thank you!!!
Instantly subscribed! Truly quality work on this video mate. Visual aid Camry was awesome!
Nice vid man! i have a truck and everytime i go over a bump it makes a really weird sound like 2 metals hitting each other, like something is lose, but i had a friend jump on the back while i laid under, and the sound seems to be coming from the rear shock. so is it posible for it to be sounding like 2 lose parts smacking each other? also theres a very small leak on it.
looks like in Perth😂
We really have to appreciate the effort that goes into these videos.. he literally took a fender off just so we can see the spring operating!
that's impressive.....i've subscribe just because of that!
This guy has not posted any video for 2 years. Hope he is fine
He took off the muffler pan also! to show the difference between rear shocks on and off the car
Omg. Is there a figurative way?
no doubt that the time and work he put into this is incredible.
If only we could give awards for the highest quality, most on point, most helpful videos on TH-cam.
By far the easiest and most informative car videos on TH-cam. Somebody get this guy a show!
I agree with Slick519. The amount of time it would have taken to produce this excellent clip would almost be a full time job.
Or a beer🤣😂👍
He needs a TV show. Those presentations were 💯
Dude, my sentiments exactly! I was watching the video like "damn, this guy has explained this better in the first three minutes than anything I've ever seen on the subject." Definitely needs his own show or TH-cam channel!
Very well done, straight to the point and accurate.
For the last 47 years I have been repairing cars and much more. Not as a backyard butcher but employed for my skills. I've been in awe of the power of You Tube for its ability to pass on repair techniques for just about anything but there are only a few people who really know what they are talking about and you are at the top of the list sir .I hate opening a video to find they know nothing at all just want to post something. The absolute best explanation coupled with cutaways. I just wanted to let you know this was great.
WOW!! Are you a professor in automobile engineering!?? You have both the knowledge and passion in this field. Absolutely amazing!!
He explained this so people who aren’t mechanics can understand how cool
I just want to say, this was an extremely high quality lesson. I stumbled across this and wasn’t expecting to get such an in depth explanation. Thanks for making such a helpful and interesting video!
I know this is a older video but I got to be honest and say this is without a doubt one of the best made videos on You Tube with actual demonstrations shown. Thank you so much for the work you put into this video.
This must be THEEEE best video on this important subject matter pertaining to suspension
The length that he went though to provide not only information on the subject but all the visual examples is truly above and beyond!
Never seen anyone cutting open all the different type of shocks/struts/Air-shocks
Taking the videos, and editing was superb
Many thanks to you and this video!
That awkward moment when your car has all FIVE signs.
Aaand i can't get new shocks thanks to cov19 lockdown.
C19 got us one way or another
Yeah I was just about to comment the same thing haha.
It was 6,also a toyota here.
Hence the reason why he showed you on this particular car
Great job explaining and ALSO great videography. Those camera angles are unique and very helpful. Thanks!
I believe some parts of his video taken from pretty old video where the guy cut fenders out of his Mercedes and showed how suspension works when driving through pot holes and bumps. It was some kind of experiment.
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When your parents wanted you to become a a medical doctor. And you decide to get a PhD in Automotive engineering
He is a god 😊
Lmfao
Lmao
@@beachhunter9497 stfu lmao
Being a general mechanic is in some ways just as challenging as being a medical doctor. When a patient complains of an ailment, the doctor doesn't have to wonder what kind of kidney this particular model has or where the pancreas is located.
Holy smokes! This guy is incredible
I've dealt with bump steer on my car for over two years. After changing ball joints, upper and lower control arms and bushings, my suspicion was struts but LITTLE did I find here on TH-cam or Google that matched my problems.
This was so in depth and informative that it narrowed it right down for me and confirmed my hunch. The best video about this on the internet, hands down. Thanks man! Subscribed!
Must be about the best info video I have seen on TH-cam, 10/10 for content, production, continuity.
You and Scotty Kilmer are the S-tier of auto repair TH-cam channels. Absolutely phenomenal videos through and through, thank you for the work you do!
This is the most comprehensive video about shocks and struts I've seen. Amazing work!
This is exactly what I needed. I knew something was up with my suspension, but your illustrations and examples were extremely helpful. Great video! I’ll be making an appointment for my vehicle right away.
Could have not been professionally explained/detailed any better! Amazing job!
One of the best presentation I have ever seen! Well done!
DUDE IS ON POINT. 1.5 million views and only 22k likes. You ingrates. I wish i could like it twice
I went to college for automotive and this is the first time I've ever seen a single video on TH-cam explain absolutely everything with perfect detail so..... I'm speechless
If there was an award given out for Best automotive helping video on TH-cam this person right here deserves it.
You got a new subscriber
This is Television like production. The most informative and entertaining automotive channel out there
Never before have a seen a video this short, and with so much technical information crammed in that is so clear and easy to understand. Absolutely superb!
I love how specific and detailed you are in your knowledge of the topic. My kind of dude!
Most complete and concise answers to the question "How to tell if your shocks are going bad." Well done!
Fantastic video. Straight to the point without all the bs of telling a story about how your shocks went out one day. Most ppl on TH-cam would have turned this into a 40 min video with the first 25 mins having the camera pointed at their own face. Thank you for this. Subbed
I don’t think I’ve ever been more impressed by the narration of an educational video
Damn, that was an EXCELLENT educational video! Very well made and thorough!!
I'm a pc guy, dont know much about cars so I go thru a lot of such videos. But only this guy's videos are the most professional, most informative. I dont want to repair it myself, but I want to know what's going on. Thank you JDG.
Video editing and quality is great, very informative and excellent explanation. I have no reason to check other videos regarding struts and shocks after seen this one! You are a superior “TH-cam automotive technician instructor” haha You are doing something OUTSTANDING! Keep it up brother. I am learning a lot from you!
I have NEVER watched a shock video with such detail! AMAZING!!! Extremely informative and with working videos!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love people who do things the right way like this guy!!!
My car suddenly started to slip on turns and I thought it is because of wet road or wrong tire pressure, however someone told me to check shock absorbers, and This is the best detailed explanation I have found so far that gives exact idea why my car slips... one side simply goes too low but other side does not press against road proportionally, so turn is taken by one wheel simply saying. . . of course, it will not handle load... BIG THANK YOU !!!!!!
Thank you for explaining this and how the shock absorber functions under a vehicle. And the effect the broken shocks have on the brakes.
thank you for showing people about struts shocks .trust this man on this he's got it right.
I took out my shock absorbers on one car. And the springs on another...and taught my friends and family what's it's all about in the back field. Great fun
This was one of the best car diagnose videos i've ever seen PERIOD you explained things clearly for me with no knowledge of suspension components
Excellent explanation and visual understanding of how struts and shocks work on a car. Explained like an automotive engineer. Truly enjoyed the learning process that you provided here.
Wow!!! Not only did he explained what and how a shock and spring work but he also demonstrated it . Hats off to this man. Definitely subscribing 👏🏻
This was a very informative video. Explained everything very simply. Look forward to more videos by this guy!
I was here just to check if my car suspension are working fine or they've issue, but now after watching your video I've become SME on suspension related problems 😉
Btw very informative and precise information.
Excellent video. Simple, objective, well edited and informative. The demos were just perfect. Especially the side by side. I see some cars on the road with horrible bounces, what a danger.
Thanks, great video. After 40 years in the business, I thought I knew everything about shocks and struts( not really I don't know everything about anything). But, I certainly learned a thing or two from your video, so thanks.
Chrixfix and Diy junky are great TH-camr.
scotty kilmer yeah
DMYD Anes they should do a duo tbh
Soapy wooder
@@virtualdjkoy89 Scotty Kilmer not as detailed as this guy
Yeah
excellent tutorial! I have to admit, when I first clicked on this vid, I thought I'd be subjected to another wishy washy pseudo DIY vid but am I ever gald I was wrong. A perfect video for the non DIYer who just wants to know enough not to be ripped off and understand why some maintenance items should never be out off even if they dont seem important. Thanks so much for yiur effort and time
Very impressive informative video! Absolutely better than anything else I've seen on the subject. I think the big suspension component brands should have you do their videos.
I find a lot of YT videos on the how to repair or some drawn diagram of how things work but the camera mounted in action at the suspension was great. And your distinction between different types helped me actually learn. I dont say this about many ..I wish there were more like this. TY!
Sir . This has to be the most detail video I've seen on TH-cam. Great job bro. I've subscribed after watched video
As an ASE certified mechanic: Good job! Because most FWD cars have struts, you might want to add diagnosing a bad upper strut mount (bearing), as it is integral part of the strut assembly.
This was the best car video ive ever seen in my life
This is the most descriptive video I have ever seen about shocks! So much info densely packed into one video in a very clear and easy to understand format! Also, I give this man extra credit for the visual aids such as demonstrating the vehicle going over bumps with & without struts/springs both attached which took much more effort than any other video I’ve seen and he did it in multiple scenarios! I’m so impressed and but constrained by my own vocabulary limitations so explain just how damn awesome this guy is but you get the point and I’ll shut up now! Like, share, and Long Live @JunkyDIYguy Thank you!
Very impressed with your explanations. I especially like way you demonstrated the safety issues.
This is the best automotive video that I've ever seen on TH-cam. Great work!
This is some of the best information I have ever seen on shocks and struts! Thanks, dude. Subscribed!!
I happy to know what to look for in a bad shocks, great video.
this is definitely one of the best videos out there because of the detail description throughout every process!!! THANK YOU SIR!!!
Your videos are incredible. You hsve much knowledge in the subject and explain it well. Thanks for taking the time to make them and I'm looking forward to more!
Question: what's your favourite tool? :)
Impact wrench i have to say, even though I’m not using much in my videos because most people don’t have them at home.
He is copying crisfix
His audio and visual editing is like Chris' videos, but they're still great and full of useful information.
@@PappaLarro What exactly is he copying? The talent to explain well? Or good understanding of how to place cameras under correct viewing angles? Or perhaps the skill to edit his recordings and speech in a comprehensive flow, keeping things short and concise and to the point? What part of COPYING cHrisfix makes this production EASIER in any way?
@@_m.a-x theyre just hating idiots
This is the only video one would need to look when having a strut/shock problem. My 02:14 is the problem I have been facing. The shock absorbers went bad. The car was bouncing when going through small bad patches on road or when going over speedbreakers. Getting them replaced tomorrow.
Wow this video was so pleasing to watch: information delivered simply, straight to the point, not too much talking, great camera angles.. just awesome! Definetly going to subscribe!
Nobody can explain more efficiently than you brother..
straight to the point, awesome demonstration, thanks for the video
This is the #1 best video to explain the functionality of struts and shocks
Excellent discussion, visual aids, and demonstrations. Also, your flow from one topic to the next was smooth and very well prepared. Thank you.
This is the best detailed post on not only troubleshooting struts but knowing the mechanics of them as well. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Thanks for producing such a clear video. I'll be taking mine in for inspection after you confirmed some symptoms in getting in my drive. I thought I was just being overly sensitive about the handling and ride, but now I'm pretty certain I have a suspension problem. 👍
The only video on automobile I really could understand. No gimmicks. No bullshit. Just plain and simple explanations.
Great job. You should be a teacher
Wow.....the detail in this video is top notch. Please keep it up.
The level of detailed explanation and visual aids in this video is just mind-blasting. I had never seen such an informative video on TH-cam since...ever.
Wow excellent video with great footage and explanations. Thanks.
I learnt about shock struts in my aircraft engineering training and the class took one week. You've broken it down in seconds. You're amazing.
this was incredibly informative. well done, sir.
One of the best car videos I've seen in my entire life. Good job man. Great info
Excellent Presentation & very creative & you get to the point quickly. And, yes, I did just suscribe. Thanks !
engine missfire or dead no. 4 cylinder
Excellent presentation. Great educational video
Thanks
Best video on identifying bad struts and shocks by a factor of 10. Really really nice work and one of the best automotive videos on You Tube.
Great info! Very informative! You answered a few questions I had about struts because I'm gonna be replacing all of mine real soon. But turns out its the actual shocks! Thanks pal! :)
What a great video! Love how you sliced open the dampers and showed what is inside. Also great to see the safety implications of worn out dampers.
"Hate" energy! My new favorite TH-camr! The visuals are just amazing so I can understand what I am being told. Thank you, sir! This is a great automotive channel. Sub'd Liked
thanks 👍👍👍
Wow! Within the first few moments of this video I learned more than all of the other vids that I tabbed on earlier. After hours of perusing, this one was all I needed!. What a great informative, knowledgeable, specific, palatable, interesting way to take the time and effort, with graphics and comparison, so viewers could easily understand! Kudos for real!!! U rock. Thanx! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
This video is insanely well made!
I like how you went a far as to remove the muffler to get a great shot of the suspension! Thank you for your time and effort you are doing a great job!
The best video so far. Seriously.
This was the clearest and best explanation video I’ve seen. Straight to the point for a change
Can you do a video on how to fix spongy brakes that gets pushed to the ground
Good idea for a video, i wanted to do a video covering all the brake issues, and the causes and including how the brake system work.
Bleed the fronts and rears. If the rear drum shoes push pins are out of the boots the brake cylinder will go past its seal and leak fluid/suck air. So bleed them and check the rear drum cylinder for missing parts. cause the springs will pull the drum shoe onto the cylinder so they will kind of work. But it will habitually let air in even if you bled them aa million times. Check the rears. 7 ton jaw puller to get old ones off rented of autozone.
This is the best and most detailed explanation of the Struts/Shocks I have ever watched. Learned a lot and appreciate the time and effort.
Excellent video presentation.
What a video! Concise, precise, very well explained and helping out newbies and auto-enthusiasts at the same time. Thank you for your time you put into this informative video. Proper good job.
thank you for this video, very deep and clear explanation, definitely sub, keep it up!
(tldr: you are awesome here's why) You already have enough kudos in the comments but I have to add to it. Excellent information. I really benefited from learning that there are 3 stages of valves inside the shock. It's great that you covered that. It's amazing work that you're doing. You're helping so many people and obviously you're getting to exercise your passion for, and understanding of automotive engineering as well as your ability to communicate. Your comprehensive, concise, and clear explanations are a gift. Thanks. I'm a neophyte mechanic determined to fix my cars by myself. You are invaluable to people like me.
nice work and great to see some wa down to earth vid not rabbiting on about irrelevant rubbish
Watched a few videos before this, switched before I got to the end of any of them. You are a genius! Not only do you know your stuff, you also know how to teach it very well. Good job dude! Keep it up!
You should be a professor at one of the world's top university
As a lady I really enjoyed & appreciated cuz I need to be informed keeping my honest mechanic ...honest ! Thx for all the terrific comments 😘
Informative!
The most comprehensive video i've seen on the matter. Great work.
The channel name does not justify the quality videos you produce.
nevertheless, awesome videos explanation and postmortem.
I appreciate this detailed and comprehensive explanation of suspension. I believe it is very important to not only know how to repair/repair car parts but also know WHY you are doing it and what effect it will have.
thanks for the contribution.
This video is so detailed, omg...there is an illustration for everything you're trying to tell us....and that's why I'm subscribing...makes it so easy to understand!!!
I have of these problems in my car 😂
Where can we buy this spring compression tools where in the philippines
I've Never seen any explanation with this sort of critical video demonstration! Epic Job man! There are more high end car youtubers with million subs, but none of them can get even close to you. You are gold buddy! 👍👍👍