Thank you! I don’t understand cars, and have tremendous appreciation for those whom actually do. My dealership (now under new ownership) just told me my 15 yr old V6 (!) Toyota Rav4 needs new rear coils. I was skeptical, and thought they might be trying to take advantage of me (though they’ve always been straight before). They even provided a video, which showed that the rear right had snapped apart. After your video, I realized, hey, come to think of it, I HAVE noticed for many months that it seemed to tilt down on that corner once it was in my garage. Still, they insisted it was a safety issue, so I gave them the go-ahead to replace them and both rear “stabilizer bar end link assemblies,” whatever those things are. Thanks again for your explanation!
Already told my parent about this but they didnt trust me. So, they sent the car to the mechanic and the shop replaced the original good shocks but leave the worn coil springs. Car still sags. Thank you for the video!
thanks very helpful! i have both knocking and bottoming out, i was leaning towards the ball joints (which it still might be) but i think i might invest in some new springs aswel!
Hi , Great video. My car is a bit lower on one side rear. So thinking I had a bad coil springs I replaced both in the rear. Still lower on one side. What might be the main culprit here?
Is it normal to have some difference when it comes to the wheel-to-fender gap? I have a 2017 Honda HR-V that I use as my daily and that I recently had suspension parts replaced (including tie rod ends, rack ends, lower control arms and ball joints, shock absorbers) and I only just noticed (after 7 years lol, not really sure if this was a problem before) that the left side has a shorter wheel-to-fender gap compared to the right side. The difference at the front is around 1/4 inch or 6.35 mm and the rear is around 1/8 inch or 3.175 mm from my measurements. For the record, the car rides relatively fine after the replacements.
Same here with my Civic, the driver side seems bit lower like 1/4 inch gap between wheel and fender. When I sit and observe the car from outside in the front, I can see a light tilt. Yesterday, I jacked my car up from drivers side and left it for 4-5 minutes, and when I lowered it the gap became even. I havent driven yet but will see if that has solved the issue, try this trick and see if works, and report back.
i have the same thing with my is300 the front right wheel doesn’t stick out as much as the front left and my rear right wheel sticks out more than the rear left
I have coilovers and have changed almost every front end suspension component aside from the springs. I have a very loud clanking noise that happens over bumps etc and before throwing a new part at the situation is there anyway I can confirm it's the springs? They looks to be in good condition but would I be able to tell from looking at it?
funny partnis I have 2011 dodg3 durango I've changed the front suspension along with shocks and when I hit rail road tracks go over bumps it hits hard on my front suspension
@@Dnasty1 Ive just ordered new shocks and springs from American muscle for my mustang. They recommended, an adjustable damper shock, and paired up with my lower springs which is progressive spring rate, it will help go through uneven road potholes. Of course, more expensive, but I rather pay that extra upfront cost for that comfortable ride. Paired with my semi new tires, I cant wait for the new ride
My Acura is sagging to one side, i replaced my shocks exactly one year ago. Monroe quick strut assembly in the front and kyb in the back. Its leaning on the driver side. Im not sure if it's the struts or the spring....
ive changed the struts on my 2011 dodge durango. because the previous owners had driven it with blown shocks. when i go over bumps it feels like the shocks bottom out on the fornt end and i get this loid bang. but only when i go over bymps i wonder if the springs have collapsed. also it has vibrations on the frontend like if it had bent wheel or bad tire but tires are new and bene balanced aswell
I replace my shocks and struts and whenever I’m driving over a speed bump there’s a squeaky noise coming from the rear end, can that be the coil springs?
wtf, thought it was only me. Ordered new shocks and hopefully it is gone. Its, been 3 years since ive hold off to the contemplation, but the ride got worse and rougher and bumpier. So im assuming a shock problem that bottoms out. Im just lazy to go under the car, until it is repair time, thats when I inspect everything
Thank you! I don’t understand cars, and have tremendous appreciation for those whom actually do. My dealership (now under new ownership) just told me my 15 yr old V6 (!) Toyota Rav4 needs new rear coils. I was skeptical, and thought they might be trying to take advantage of me (though they’ve always been straight before). They even provided a video, which showed that the rear right had snapped apart. After your video, I realized, hey, come to think of it, I HAVE noticed for many months that it seemed to tilt down on that corner once it was in my garage. Still, they insisted it was a safety issue, so I gave them the go-ahead to replace them and both rear “stabilizer bar end link assemblies,” whatever those things are. Thanks again for your explanation!
You're welcome
Already told my parent about this but they didnt trust me. So, they sent the car to the mechanic and the shop replaced the original good shocks but leave the worn coil springs. Car still sags. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for the tips, bro. Now I'm pretty sure my rear springs are weak....
Very interesting and helpful information. Also can cause damage to the suspension parts?
Yes it can
@@Top5AutoRepairs Thanks
thanks very helpful! i have both knocking and bottoming out, i was leaning towards the ball joints (which it still might be) but i think i might invest in some new springs aswel!
Another informative video, thank you Sir
Hi , Great video. My car is a bit lower on one side rear. So thinking I had a bad coil springs I replaced both in the rear. Still lower on one side. What might be the main culprit here?
Direct to the problem. Nice video
Is it normal to have some difference when it comes to the wheel-to-fender gap? I have a 2017 Honda HR-V that I use as my daily and that I recently had suspension parts replaced (including tie rod ends, rack ends, lower control arms and ball joints, shock absorbers) and I only just noticed (after 7 years lol, not really sure if this was a problem before) that the left side has a shorter wheel-to-fender gap compared to the right side. The difference at the front is around 1/4 inch or 6.35 mm and the rear is around 1/8 inch or 3.175 mm from my measurements. For the record, the car rides relatively fine after the replacements.
Same here with my Civic, the driver side seems bit lower like 1/4 inch gap between wheel and fender. When I sit and observe the car from outside in the front, I can see a light tilt. Yesterday, I jacked my car up from drivers side and left it for 4-5 minutes, and when I lowered it the gap became even. I havent driven yet but will see if that has solved the issue, try this trick and see if works, and report back.
i have the same thing with my is300 the front right wheel doesn’t stick out as much as the front left and my rear right wheel sticks out more than the rear left
Thank you bro ❤ you helped me to understand 🎉
I change my struts new . The next day they leak . Course of my coil springs
Hi can they springs cause car to pull to one side while driving but springs are not broken thanks
I have coilovers and have changed almost every front end suspension component aside from the springs. I have a very loud clanking noise that happens over bumps etc and before throwing a new part at the situation is there anyway I can confirm it's the springs? They looks to be in good condition but would I be able to tell from looking at it?
funny partnis I have 2011 dodg3 durango I've changed the front suspension along with shocks and when I hit rail road tracks go over bumps it hits hard on my front suspension
@@josequiroz4605what kind of shocks did you get?
@@Dnasty1 Ive just ordered new shocks and springs from American muscle for my mustang. They recommended, an adjustable damper shock, and paired up with my lower springs which is progressive spring rate, it will help go through uneven road potholes. Of course, more expensive, but I rather pay that extra upfront cost for that comfortable ride. Paired with my semi new tires, I cant wait for the new ride
what did you end up doing i’m having the same issue
My Acura is sagging to one side, i replaced my shocks exactly one year ago. Monroe quick strut assembly in the front and kyb in the back. Its leaning on the driver side. Im not sure if it's the struts or the spring....
Bent subframe
thank you brother
ive changed the struts on my 2011 dodge durango. because the previous owners had driven it with blown shocks. when i go over bumps it feels like the shocks bottom out on the fornt end and i get this loid bang. but only when i go over bymps i wonder if the springs have collapsed. also it has vibrations on the frontend like if it had bent wheel or bad tire but tires are new and bene balanced aswell
Bro You have said wrongs things happening in my car and problem that spring . .THANK YOU
Wait. The only way to know if you need springs and not shocks is after you change your shocks? Well that sucks... 😅
Can some please help me with guidance on working on a mustang 1994 5.0 gt convertible
Should I replace entire struts or just springs?
If it's a Strut assembly, replace the whole thing
Can you get them retensioned ?
Thank you
I replace my shocks and struts and whenever I’m driving over a speed bump there’s a squeaky noise coming from the rear end, can that be the coil springs?
with me is the same
wtf, thought it was only me. Ordered new shocks and hopefully it is gone. Its, been 3 years since ive hold off to the contemplation, but the ride got worse and rougher and bumpier. So im assuming a shock problem that bottoms out. Im just lazy to go under the car, until it is repair time, thats when I inspect everything
Springs bmw e60 ❤