Sway bar links did indeed put up a fight and I had to notch the wheel speed brackets a bit as I bought struts from AutoZone but overall not bad. Thanks for all the tips!
I use the 6mm hex every single time on the sway bar end links… hold the nut with a 17mm wrench and hit the stud clockwise with an impact rated hex socket. Works flawlessly every single time. The people who say “they ALWAYS cam out” are guaranteed trying to shove a hex bit in there without cleaning the rust and debris that build up in there. Then they can’t get the hex socket to seat all the way and they attribute it to the general method and not their lack of preparation. Some penetrant and a wire brush and the hex will fit in that stud like a glove. Those hex cap sockets are machined so deep into those ball joint studs, if they cam out every time you’re either not using the appropriate size bit or not seating it all the way.
@@HighGrade_FireBlade Thanks for your comment 👍. A lot of manufacturers use the hex key at the end of the stud. It works well if you decide to use it. I agree cleaning the key hole and threads is a must when using the hex. 99% of the time the vise grips with an impact wrench makes light work of it but it's not how the manual shows.
I like using Monroe. I have links in the description for parts and tools for the job 🙂. Other good brands are KYB and Gabriel. I would stay away from local part store's "house" brands. I've had too many issues with them over the years. Hopefully that's helpful 👍
@@ShawnThompson-wv6ez It never hurts to get the alignment checked after suspension components are replaced. Or if it's been a while since the last time it was aligned it wouldn't hurt to get it done 👍
I believe these are Monroe. The ride is very comparable to stock. I have three brands in the description I recommend. I would stay away from the cheaper "house" brands from the local parts stores. I've had too many issues with them over the years.
@@ValleyMobileAutomotive Thank you for the response. I am debating between Monroe and KYB. Unfortunately it doesn't look like KYB sells the full coilover for the front.
You made it look easy. I think it would take me a lot longer than two hours. thanks for sharing the knowledge
Clear and concise. thanks
Sway bar links did indeed put up a fight and I had to notch the wheel speed brackets a bit as I bought struts from AutoZone but overall not bad. Thanks for all the tips!
Great job, thank you!
Great video def can say he's 99.99999 accurate
@@MrMayorWes Thanks! Glad this video was helpful 🙂
I use the 6mm hex every single time on the sway bar end links… hold the nut with a 17mm wrench and hit the stud clockwise with an impact rated hex socket. Works flawlessly every single time. The people who say “they ALWAYS cam out” are guaranteed trying to shove a hex bit in there without cleaning the rust and debris that build up in there. Then they can’t get the hex socket to seat all the way and they attribute it to the general method and not their lack of preparation. Some penetrant and a wire brush and the hex will fit in that stud like a glove. Those hex cap sockets are machined so deep into those ball joint studs, if they cam out every time you’re either not using the appropriate size bit or not seating it all the way.
@@HighGrade_FireBlade Thanks for your comment 👍. A lot of manufacturers use the hex key at the end of the stud. It works well if you decide to use it. I agree cleaning the key hole and threads is a must when using the hex. 99% of the time the vise grips with an impact wrench makes light work of it but it's not how the manual shows.
My bolt don't even budge or spin maybe I need a stronger impact it's lefty loose while hold the other side bolt right?
Correct. Try using a breaker bar to get it loose then use the impact to get it the rest of the way.
@@ValleyMobileAutomotive thanks
What’s the best brand to buy for 2008 Avalon xls. Thanks
I like using Monroe. I have links in the description for parts and tools for the job 🙂. Other good brands are KYB and Gabriel. I would stay away from local part store's "house" brands. I've had too many issues with them over the years. Hopefully that's helpful 👍
@@ValleyMobileAutomotive thanks
So you dont have to get an alignment after replacing the front and rear struts,i have a 2010 avalon
@@ShawnThompson-wv6ez It never hurts to get the alignment checked after suspension components are replaced. Or if it's been a while since the last time it was aligned it wouldn't hurt to get it done 👍
What brand did you go with. And how does the ride compare to OEM? Much stiffer? Thanks.
I believe these are Monroe. The ride is very comparable to stock. I have three brands in the description I recommend. I would stay away from the cheaper "house" brands from the local parts stores. I've had too many issues with them over the years.
@@ValleyMobileAutomotive Thank you for the response. I am debating between Monroe and KYB. Unfortunately it doesn't look like KYB sells the full coilover for the front.
@@PBrooksSawyer There is a link in the description for front KYB strut assemblies 👍
My father was a mechanic.