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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!
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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
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
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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)
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
May you continually be blessed for sharing your knowledge, much respect Mr Chris
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!
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.
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!
Hi chrisfix! I want to say thank you for all videos that you uploaded! We are now self proclaimed mechanic after watching your 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.
I can’t be the only one sitting by the car watching this
Chris Fix I have learned more about car maintenance from your channel it's crazy keep up the great work cheers from Australia
6 to 10 minutes of work. Ehh about 250 plus parts -mechanic
It hurts
Thanks for the video. About to replace front and rear shocks on my 1988 Mazda B2200.
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!!
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.
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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A ChrisFix's videos to the rescue again! Gonna do that on my 94 F150! Thank you sir!!!
Real time is always cool. Thanks Chris.
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!
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
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.
Midas is charging $1,000 for this job on all four wheels..
You are awesome, you have no idea how many people daily are saved from heart attacks and depression through your videos
Awesome! That is the goal! Glad the video was helpful!
You are a wonderful person, thank you so much for being you!
very helpful! greetings from venezuela!
luis lopez Great! Glad the video was helpful and thanks for the shout out from Venezuela!
You are a mechanical genius
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.
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!
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.
Got quoted £250 for my girlfriend's rear shock absorbers supplied and fitted! I remembered watching this and save £210!
+Adam Hanson Crazy! Glad the video saved you £210 and you learned something new!
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?
Bro can you do a video of how you charge and estimate jobs when you work on peoples vehicles?
where do you look up the torque requirements? is it in the manual or box or somewhere else?
When you get a vehicle, always purchase the Haynes/Chilton manual for the vehicle. It's the bible for that car in terms of EVERY spec necessary for torque, fluids, etc.
Fuel filter 2000 chevy silverado
you have to hold your hand square on the torque wrench handle for it to work properly
I paid the shop in town a pretty penny for this six minutes last year... I had always been told that suspension-related stuff was super dangerous to work on so I didn't bother looking it up online. I guess shocks and struts weren't the dangerous things they were referring to.
If you can learn how to do it, it is very easy!
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
Thank you very much
Glad the video was helpful!
May you continually be blessed for sharing your knowledge, much respect Mr Chris
good job Chris ,is there a video how to check shock absorbers are they good or bad ?
this is the most bizarre rear suspension system I've ever seen, what crazy make year and model is this unicorn?
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!
Good job Chris...... U rock...Good Video.
Phil Sick Thanks Phil!
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
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 👍
i snapped the same breaker bar you use in this vid
Thanks for the tip Chris fix👍👍👍👍👍
@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!
Hey Chris. I've used several of your videos to help me through work on my son's '66 Mustang. You do really nice work that is clear and concise. The Mustang needs new shocks. Would you expect us to encounter anything that might create issues? Other than the likelihood of rusty bolts. I'm not concerned about taking more than six minutes. I fully anticipate it taking an afternoon, and that's fine.
Thanks!
Hey Dale! Thanks a lot man! I am glad the videos have been helpful! The only thing about an old car is that you never know what you might find with rust and with stuck bolts. I would make a batch of penetrating fluid: th-cam.com/video/2WuVBFTzoKc/w-d-xo.html
Just make sure the area the shock attaches to is solid and rust free. Any rust that you have, sand it away or use a wire wheel and then paint it. Hit it with some black paint. I use this stuff and it is great: www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-Automotive-251574-11-Ounce-Bumper/dp/B005H5P5C6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1420821434&sr=8-2&keywords=bumper+paint
ChrisFix Thanks for the tips, particularly on handling the rust and painting. From what I have found on a quick google search, the front shocks on the Mustang will be pretty easy provided there are no major rust issues. The rear shocks will require removing the back seat to access the top end of the shocks. Certain to take more than six minutes, but hopefully not too much of an issue. Thanks!
Dale Edwards Great! Let me know how it goes!
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.
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 😊
Chris = 6 minutes one handed and blindfolded. Me = 3 hours, trying not to cuss. Got it done though, and feels great! Thanks!!
Great video can u show us how 2 change the rear springs in a future video
86cutty4door Thanks! Yea, I can show the rear springs on a future video. Gotta wait for them to wear out first lol.
Cool thks
Do you jack up the car on the axle? Just curious.
Nice color shock
Is there a specific way you have to lift your car with the jack if you don't have an actual lift? I have an Astro van that has rusted through rear shocks I was wanting to replace myself
this guy actually provides quite a service,hoping folks appreciate what he does...
HI chris, just wanna ask abut torque wrench numbers, how much force for each common parts like tire nuts or bolts, for coilovers nuts or bolts, for engine mounts nuts or bolts and so on. could you do a video on that? thanks!
+M. Rizal Yogaswara Here you go: th-cam.com/video/3v3hLvuO_KU/w-d-xo.html
This guy is the greatest.
Hey there Chris. If I do this to my truck, will the ride quality be better?
Because of Chrisfix mechanic's will now see a reduction in work and income😅
You are right
but it's good for the masses especially the poor people!
so today lost 2h on that bolt down, no luck, tomorrow going to service shop to spill some cash...😭
bmw e46 4doors sedan rear left upper mount blown
tried everything except heat and air-tools
would do it myself but yeah
it's a relatively short video, but he didn't show how to set up the car for the shock absorber replacement. where on the car to jack it up (and placing a wooden board underneath too) and removing the tire. this might add another several minutes to the job...
what if i really dont know how much foot pound of torque i need for my car ...do i just tighten it enough?or can it cause problems if its isnt tight enough the way it should be
Buy a manual at autozone for like$20 I believe. Tells you a majority of torque spec on what nuts and bolts are on your car. Very useful. I have one of my own car 97 eclipse.
They have tons of books of different cars. Find one that covers your make and model and year. My book covers 95- 2005 which is great
Don’t over tighten it can cause problems that’s why there are torque spec for each nut and bolt bro
I have a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder which I want to change the rear shocks, but the bottom nut House a steal housing around it. The space is small and my wrench can't grab it. Any idea how to remove those bottom bolts and nuts?? Thanks!
i need to get new arms, mine ones are weak as f.... hahahaaha..... thanks Chris!
I really miss Chris fix in 2020... please come back to us
I did mine today and didn't put locktite on do you think I should put some on?
Hi Chris and Happy New Year. I have just started watching a few of your videos and I am very impressed with how you show how to do. Would like to ask how you got you hands on training, did you go to auto mechanic school or just learned from experience. Thank you and have nice day.
Coolwater Hubby Thanks man and happy new year to you as well! I am glad you like the videos. This started as a hobby and then turned into a full time job. I started by messing around with cars and watching videos and reading about how they work. I spent a lot of time asking questions and trying to fix an old car I had. My father taught me a lot, I read a lot about fixing car, and I watched others fix cars. That is how I got most of my knowledge.
Thank you as well for information videos, would like to know where Jack sits under frame when replacing ball joint or tie rod. It a little different to see in your video.
Coolwater Hubby You can have the jack and stands wherever you want when replacing a ball joint or tie rod as long as you can get the tire off.
Here is my video on replacing ball joints:
th-cam.com/video/E9O_cOB2MTI/w-d-xo.html
Here is my tie rod video:
th-cam.com/video/05XOhz67jGA/w-d-xo.html
if im doing this for an older car, a 1973 Oldsmobile omega to be exact, what torque should i do for the bolts
Today I changed my car's rear shocks and I tell you what, it wasn't fast and easy :D I did not have very long breaker bar, but I have 40 cm of leverage, however, the bottom bold did not come out easily. I broke open the nut but it wasn't loosened at all, my next turn was also like a breaking turn. So I had like 50 breaking turn until the last teeth come loose. Also the top nut on my car did not have any clearence to put a retcheting wrench, so I had to loosened it wit a classical wrench. On top of that, on one side there was the muffler in the way but its bolts were very rusty and could not remove it so I had to work in tight spaces. So, overall, it took around 4 hours to complete the process :D
Dang, at least you got it done!
good video, thank you 👍🏼
I love you man.
Thanks! I am glad the videos have been helpful!!!
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: th-cam.com/video/314HE4aMG-g/w-d-xo.html
Chris fix can you make a video on how to remove a C4 Corvette rear suspension . I need help
Thanks
I have a 9000 lbs motorhome. Are shock absorbers model specific? Or would I have to look for just any heavy duty shock absorber?
They are model specific!
my car front shock on left not working properly...
So when I will change is need to change the both shock absorber from front..
Or if I change only that one is not working is it fine..
Some people say it's better to change both one
I would always replace components in pairs!
More of this.
More coming!
+ChrisFix, you put the axle stands underneath the sides and then the jack underneath the axle, right? I was able to break my bottom bolt of my versa free, but the nut is actually inside this pipe. it's a royal pain. i think my problem was that I just used the jack underneath the side i wanted replaced and no axle stands but it's not working. im going to use a torch to heat the rusted nut inside the pipe, but do you think there would be some pressure on the bolt itself, as i was able to break it free?
O.o 6:20 minutes real time fix.
Wouldn't changing the shock absorber mess up the alignment? I know changing the coil spring or the front struts will
***** Changing shocks does not mess with the alignment. All the shock does is dampen the bounce created by the spring.
Trying to do mine bottom bolt spinning try everything any Ideals
Hey Chris will this process of struts work on a 70's car (camaro)??
Piston replacement video :D
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 was wondering why chrisfix wasn't adding thread locker, then he said "don't worry we'll add loctite in just a second"
That's why you always gotta watch the videos all the way through :p
My Hyundai i20 has similar rear suspension layout to that. Is it possible to put lowering springs on a layout like that?
I tried to replace mine on my 06 charger, but the bottom bolt just won't come out. I was told to put a jack underneath the rotor up so the spring doesn't put pressure on the bolt, but it still wouldn't come out.
Excellent thank you.
+Buckle roos Thanks! Glad the video was helpful!
If you have a old 94-04 Jeep I guarantee the bolts are rust bonded in. It's a major headache to remove.
PB Blaster, Pry Bar, Impact wrench (600ft-lbs+)
Oh did I mention you don't need to lift the car or take off the tire. Just remove the plastic cover in wheel well.
I cant get mine to depress in to slot on rear end what should I do? Jack wont fit or a drift pin being a pain
You did this in less than 10 minutes so why tf am I still waiting for my mechanic to finish this bs it’s been weeks
All that Wright for only a littoe shock and strut? Damn now si ser why Ford Minivans aren't so comfortable
now I don't have to ask the men of the family to do it for me xD I can go replace mine now thanks so much!
+Thais Mercado Awesome! Let me know how it goes!
Chris is basically getting the car workshop places to stop ripping us off
I need to do my front shocks, lately it has been either super cold or raining in Ohio :/
Acc0919mc Yea, this weather has been rough lately.
Why is my car sagging from only one side ? Do the shocks really make it sag if one is bad or could it be the shock(spring) is worn ?? Someone help lol i got 2 days left
Hey Chris, quick question! Can you explain why you use the plywood under the jack? I've always just used the jack as is but am wondering if it could be done better/ safer. Thanks!
Cristian Gallego the wheels roll when you lift the car with a jack. It's normal movement on the jack. i think the wheels can scratch the floor so putting something between them will prevent that.
cl7021 I do believe that is his reasoning for doing that. And with jackstands so as to not damage his drive way.
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.
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Suppose you don't have a torque wrench, how tight is tight enough?
Get one because it will save you from guessing. They are inexpensive for a 1 time investment: amzn.to/2998ijS
lol And you know that without a torque wrench? Maybe you have a digital brain? The question was WITHOUT a torque wrench for crying out loud.
About 67.8 Newton meters.
Whenever your elbow clicks when tightening down the bolt.
The best way is to buy a torque wrench, but realize that ft-lbs also applies literally. In other words, a torque spec of 50 ft pounds means that you pull hard enough that you could lift 50 lbs using a 1ft bar, 25 lbs with a 2ft bar, etc.