How to Diagnose a Bad Strut or Shock on Your Car

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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024

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  • @manuelsalvatierra2940
    @manuelsalvatierra2940 4 года назад +112

    RnW 2020

    • @miguelare3
      @miguelare3 4 года назад +3

      I second that!

    • @futureshock7425
      @futureshock7425 4 года назад +3

      I can hear them all unsubscribing now poor babies

    • @papatorr3669
      @papatorr3669 4 года назад +1

      @@futureshock7425 waaa, good idea!

    • @infotechsailor
      @infotechsailor 4 года назад +5

      for President! [of Venezuela]

    • @byrdkeion33
      @byrdkeion33 4 года назад +1

      Miguel Arellano has come a

  • @adamswartz7670
    @adamswartz7670 4 года назад +91

    How do you keep such a straight face all the time hahahahaha

    • @kishorsapkota8029
      @kishorsapkota8029 3 года назад

      STFU just get the information from video. Otherwise if you could make like this one, you can go ahead.

    • @joshuaharris243
      @joshuaharris243 3 года назад

      @UCCWC5sa8-rSkSm9vSygwL7g you stfu

  • @deepcow
    @deepcow 4 года назад +11

    I just replaced my two rear shocks, it’s been a while, I was shocked at how expensive they’ve become. It’s been 30 years since I bought a pair, they really have gotten expensive.

    • @gslavik
      @gslavik 4 года назад +11

      Inflation will do that. Also stagnating wages.

    • @Pube83
      @Pube83 4 года назад +2

      They're not expensive if it's a basic vehicle, around $60-75 a corner online for basic kyb (even cheaper with spring sales/rebates). Cheap Chinese sensen are like $120 for four. That's pretty cheap for such a vital component that makes a huge difference in making an older car feel newish.

    • @PotatoeChipz
      @PotatoeChipz 4 года назад +2

      You were shocked at how expensive shocks were to replace since 30 years ago when you originally upgraded your 4x4 with new shocks? That's shocking.

    • @soniasias6226
      @soniasias6226 3 года назад

      Lexus dealership asked for $2500 for rear shocks only.

    • @deepcow
      @deepcow 3 года назад +2

      @@soniasias6226 Dealerships and big chain shops are complete thief’s when it comes to repair.

  • @williamkreth
    @williamkreth 3 года назад +5

    BRO! love your content! Thanks so much! I can't afford to hire a mechanic to fix my beaters so I have to HAHA

  • @nebulka-
    @nebulka- Месяц назад

    very very helpful, thank you so much

  • @emilieesimmons6105
    @emilieesimmons6105 2 года назад

    This was EXTREMELY helpful. Thank you

  • @matthewgodwin6688
    @matthewgodwin6688 Год назад

    I put 50# on side I thought was bad if the handling changed it was bad
    Now it's off to shop

  • @juggalogamer8541
    @juggalogamer8541 Год назад

    Mines doing a really loud squeaking noise when I go over a bump

  • @jotu173
    @jotu173 4 года назад

    You da Man! Considering KYBs to replace my OEM toyota struts. How can I tell if I need an entire new "quick struts" or just a new strut (and reuse the OEM spring)??? Someone else told me that it is usually best to keep the original spring portion because they are usually much better than any spring you will get on non genuine toyota. Do you know any test or way for me to tell if the OEM spring portion of the strut is worn out or not? In other words, I am affraid that if I transfer the OEM spring to a new KYB strut, that I will quickly find out that I should have replaced the spring too. You always have such excellent videos! Help! :-)

  • @Sophiahatzi
    @Sophiahatzi 6 месяцев назад

    Hello...I had leaking in my front shock and i replace them...Some people said that is normal a little leak oil....

  • @Charkatak
    @Charkatak 3 года назад +2

    Hey, I watched the video and none of the symptoms I see in my car which has over 100K miles on it. There is a thumping noise coming from the back(right rear) on my car when I go over an uneven surfaces. 1) Please tell me if bad or failing shock can make a thumping noise? 2) Can "center nut" that keeps upper shock mount to the shock stem, become loose and make thumping noise? 3) The noise is most likely coming from other components(sway bar links, bushings)? Which of the 3 do you think is more likely the issue? Thanks!

    • @lancepage8768
      @lancepage8768 3 года назад

      The noise you are talking about? Is it like a rattling noise when going over bumps. Most likely sway bar links.

    • @Charkatak
      @Charkatak 3 года назад +1

      @@lancepage8768 No, it is kind of a dull thump. I looked at the sway bar bushings and these look good, so are the sway bar links. Just wanted to know if a shock can make a thumping noise?

    • @sergiomunoz928
      @sergiomunoz928 3 года назад

      What was it if you’ve resolved the issue??

    • @Charkatak
      @Charkatak 3 года назад +1

      @@sergiomunoz928 I have not done anything yet and just drive like that. I suspect it is the rear shock

    • @sergiomunoz928
      @sergiomunoz928 3 года назад +1

      @@Charkatak I have the same common issue too after not doing anything to it cause few mechanics couldn’t find the noise where it’s coming from and tells me the shock n strut “looks” good but doesn’t actually take it apart which that’s the only way you can tell, but trust it’s annoying and terrifying to hear that thumping noise from the right rear side. But I’ve had it, told myself to just replace the whole thing. Lol so I’m getting my shock/top bracket mount replace on Monday and hoping that’s will fix it.

  • @sirreginaldthe4th
    @sirreginaldthe4th 2 года назад

    What car is that? Obviously is a Pontiac but shorter than the Vibe model. Did they have an Aveo Pontiac version?

  • @kevinfrancisco1730
    @kevinfrancisco1730 3 года назад

    Hi there! Need help here. My Nissan bottoms out when I hit a bump... not sure if I need new shocks or coils. What do you think is the problem? Thanks.

  • @ivanmachmueller1858
    @ivanmachmueller1858 4 года назад +8

    You’d make a far better president than the current jacka$$

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 4 года назад +3

      Big deal! Anyone would.

  • @CarlosContreras-gk9gp
    @CarlosContreras-gk9gp 2 года назад +1

    Love it
    2022

  • @sisco0304
    @sisco0304 4 года назад

    Hi I think my struts or shocks are bad on my 15corolla do they fall under warranty right now it has a recall on srsaibags and safety belt it’s a death trap it’s parked right now I got a free rental but are they expensive

  • @paniclogic5109
    @paniclogic5109 Год назад

    Cant wait for the treason how-to 😂

  • @nissmoguy
    @nissmoguy 4 года назад +7

    unsubbed

  • @dodobird5409
    @dodobird5409 4 года назад +65

    I replaced my Struts on my Honda Pilot after it was making a clanking noise when going over bumps. It fixed the problem and I soon realized how bad the struts needed to be replaced becuase of the difference it made. Also good to mention that the car needed an alignment after replacing them.

    • @zackgreth7838
      @zackgreth7838 2 года назад +3

      This is starting to happen to my car

    • @mrlilmex1772ify
      @mrlilmex1772ify 2 года назад +2

      I have a Honda Pilot myself , started to feel the road more and feel bumps more if that makes sense, I searched bad strut symptoms and your comment was the first one I read , it’s a sign haha thanks

    • @noahgomez1673
      @noahgomez1673 2 года назад

      Did one side of your car feel loose?

    • @kazj1728
      @kazj1728 Год назад

      Did your Honda Pilot’s suspension make what sounded like a single loud metal “ping!” sound? I’m not sure what happened as the car drives fine.

    • @coryulrich6489
      @coryulrich6489 7 месяцев назад

      Can you practice helping to find your kids cocain in the white house?

  • @akeemhector4516
    @akeemhector4516 4 года назад +31

    You do a very good job at explaining exactly what your doing, very helpful and appreciated

  • @ismaelsalazar7705
    @ismaelsalazar7705 4 года назад +45

    Lmfao!! I didnt expect that greeting

    • @blakelee3291
      @blakelee3291 4 года назад +2

      That's how trump greets the ladies 😂

    • @johndamjohn
      @johndamjohn 3 года назад +6

      Trump 2020. United We Stand with biden we fall. The whole pussy grabbing thing is all talk he has never actually done that. Biden on the other hand definitely has touched children inappropriately on camera as well as sniffed their hair and whispered in their ear totally inappropriate

  • @zero67439
    @zero67439 4 года назад +36

    LMFAO treason

  • @j.maxwaddell2557
    @j.maxwaddell2557 4 года назад +21

    Your next Presidential training should show how to send $1.5 billion dollars in unmarked bills to our enemy without congressional or the owners (Americans) approval. Keep to mechanics specialty.

    • @FredTheLutinoCocatiel
      @FredTheLutinoCocatiel 4 года назад +3

      Also make 36 of your enemies disappear to be found later murdered

  • @8bert9
    @8bert9 3 года назад +30

    I figured I had bad struts because when I get on rough road my steering wheel moves all over the place. I have watched at least 10 videos and you were the only person to mention the erratic steering behavior. Thanks!!!

  • @sheffielduk3428
    @sheffielduk3428 Год назад +8

    The only guy on RUclips to mention the symptom I am experiencing!!!! Wheel shaking left to right when going over bumps! Done all 3 shocks got 1 left haha

    • @biggirldaqueen9482
      @biggirldaqueen9482 Год назад +1

      My wheel is shaking as well

    • @sheffielduk3428
      @sheffielduk3428 Год назад

      @BigGirl DaQueen you're legs will be shaking if I have anything to do with it da queen ;) hahaha

  • @steventaylor2935
    @steventaylor2935 4 года назад +7

    Wow, Trump bashing... Real classy

    • @craze1701
      @craze1701 4 года назад

      Tell me about it. Trump bashing is like picking on the special needs kids.

  • @futureshock7425
    @futureshock7425 4 года назад +7

    If you’re bouncing down the road on tiny bumps like you’re in a lowrider on hydraulics yeah you need new ones

    • @giovannimartinez3089
      @giovannimartinez3089 4 года назад

      My truck started doing that this week. I bought it a couple months ago and it was riding stiff and rough. Now its bouncy like a lowrider. Should a i fix the strut and shocks or just shocks?

  • @willf5768
    @willf5768 4 года назад +11

    Some friendly advice. Leave politics out of your videos and stick to mechanical informational content. Just saying you shouldn't probably💩 where you eat.🙂

  • @johnsee7269
    @johnsee7269 4 года назад +12

    Stick with fixing cars and watch Mr. Trump when he's sworn in for his second term. Hasta la vista baby!

  • @Metalheadmike1211
    @Metalheadmike1211 2 года назад +5

    I need new struts in my car. This fit my car perfectly. I can’t even go over the smallest bumps without my car bouncing like crazy. Driving on the highway when it’s windy is scary. My car feels like it’s wobbling.

  • @antoniom5876
    @antoniom5876 3 года назад +2

    I took my car to firestone last week because everything I would go 70mphs or above on the highway my steering wheel would shake. They said this was due to the struts being bad... is this true or did I get scam??

  • @hammerhead6537
    @hammerhead6537 4 года назад +5

    I forgot, thank you for the video. They are always informative and fun to watch. Semper Fi, USMC.

  • @mbs5328
    @mbs5328 4 года назад +8

    You make some excellent training videos. Can you recommend a scan tool for the serious engine performance DIY'er?

    • @jotu173
      @jotu173 4 года назад +1

      google these... Bluedriver (NO recurring fees) or Thinkcar (recurring fees). I have the bluedriver and it totally saved my rear today. I am 1K miles from home and all of a sudden a bunch of errors were thrown. This caused my VSC light to go on AND cruise to totally STOP working (important to have cruise when traveling 1K miles back home). Bluecar allowed me to scan and find out all issues AND reset ALL codes so my cruise worked again. It probably saved me $500. - 1K in the last 12 hours in potential tows and BS proposed shop fixes... FOR REAL.

    • @GromGoVrom
      @GromGoVrom 4 года назад +2

      I have the Bluedriver and it's great. Easy to use.

  • @tawermeister99
    @tawermeister99 4 года назад +13

    Thank you so much for this video. Every time I went over a bump or pothole the steering wheel did exactly what you said it would. That helped me diagnose my problem after already changing droplinks and bushes on my anti roll bar.
    Would you recommend changing just the shock absorbers? Or do the whole suspension with the springs too?

  • @b4804514
    @b4804514 4 года назад +4

    My car had worn bearing on the upper strut mounts Ford was famous for that problem. It would be a good time to replace those when you are replacing the struts.

  • @kevinserrano1623
    @kevinserrano1623 3 года назад +9

    Should partner up with Scotty Kilmer and do a cameo in one's video. You guys are awesome and funny!

  • @tribulation138
    @tribulation138 4 года назад +1

    Yawn. Another backyard mechanic on how to diagnose car suspension.

    • @dodobird5409
      @dodobird5409 4 года назад

      Another troll youtube commentator who does nothing to contribute to the thing he's complaining about. Make your own videos and move on

    • @tribulation138
      @tribulation138 4 года назад

      @@dodobird5409 contributed to what? Beating a dead horse.

  • @andy-pd4eh
    @andy-pd4eh 4 года назад +9

    leave the politics out...

    • @brucec5950
      @brucec5950 4 года назад

      Mr Smith ... 😢 baby

    • @andy-pd4eh
      @andy-pd4eh 4 года назад

      @@brucec5950 Nope, the guy is ruining his channel and lowering his income. Trump is going to win again in 2020.

    • @brucec5950
      @brucec5950 4 года назад

      Mr Smith .... Oh 😏

  • @chadpugh1490
    @chadpugh1490 4 года назад +18

    Probably be a good idea to have your alignment checked after replacing front suspension components. Especially if you didn't go OE.

  • @HectorHernandez-jq7hw
    @HectorHernandez-jq7hw 4 года назад +2

    What if I hit a bump and there is a clanking sound come from the front. Is that bad struts? Not my sway bar links. Changed those already.

    • @deasttn
      @deasttn 4 года назад

      It very well could be.
      Are your ball joints good?

    • @HectorHernandez-jq7hw
      @HectorHernandez-jq7hw 4 года назад +1

      @@deasttn no. That's probably what it is then

    • @xXFuZeSnipeZzXx
      @xXFuZeSnipeZzXx 4 года назад

      Hector Hernandez Late answer, but usually clanking sounds are from sway bar links, or the bushings on the sway bar. Changed my links yesterday and it is much better now

  • @jimmytorpedo6690
    @jimmytorpedo6690 4 года назад +88

    We are going to have to see your birth certificate and your tax returns.

    • @jimmytorpedo6690
      @jimmytorpedo6690 4 года назад +15

      Who is he choosing for VP? I recommend Scotty Kilmer.

    • @edwardpatalon1701
      @edwardpatalon1701 4 года назад +1

      @@jimmytorpedo6690 love it!

    • @jimmytorpedo6690
      @jimmytorpedo6690 4 года назад +2

      @@edwardpatalon1701 Thanks partner. :) The administration would be running like a well oiled machine.

    • @jlrockafella
      @jlrockafella 4 года назад +2

      😂

    • @andy-pd4eh
      @andy-pd4eh 4 года назад +2

      @@jimmytorpedo6690 Kilmer for President, not so good for GM & Fiat.

  • @chadsoucek4678
    @chadsoucek4678 Год назад +2

    Awesome video. I started watching you when I was working on my first car and you were the only one with good videos on 2000 vw Passat repairs. Good to see you’re still having fun with it.

  • @Moneymyke357
    @Moneymyke357 4 года назад +2

    I see the Repubs are mad in this here comment section.

    • @futureshock7425
      @futureshock7425 4 года назад +1

      Moneymyke357 I guess they’ll have to peel off their bumper stickers soon

    • @KeithOutWest
      @KeithOutWest 4 года назад

      @@futureshock7425 maybe in 2024. Lol

  • @amjacobs3865
    @amjacobs3865 3 года назад +1

    Immediate upvote for shitting on Trump!

  • @ricepony33
    @ricepony33 4 года назад +2

    @wratchesandwrenches can you do a video in which shocks/struts last the longest? We all obviously have assumptions and brand favorites but as a mechanic you probably see more than most. #bloomberg2020

  • @readyfourwar
    @readyfourwar Год назад

    Lol i don't like either side of politics and i dislike u for being so political .. i promise u i could show u just as bad of stuff from either side... when a reporter asked micheal jordan about republicans. He responded everyone buys shoes..

  • @michaellevin1008
    @michaellevin1008 2 года назад +2

    Just subscribed to this guy hilarious beginning

  • @SW-Video
    @SW-Video 4 года назад +6

    That's no way to talk about Obama! He likes boys so the motion would be much different anyway.

    • @djdud132
      @djdud132 4 года назад +1

      Classic trump supporter. Delusional

    • @user-ze7tl2dw4i
      @user-ze7tl2dw4i 4 года назад

      @Christopher Ruiz, Obama was a bank-endorsed shill, but it blows my mind how Trump supporters can't reconcile the fact Trump molested children with Epstein. Clinton - they would never question, but their holy trump, oh never

  • @c86tail
    @c86tail 4 года назад +27

    I love your videos and your bill Clinton impression!! Trump 2020

    • @aboelsofalabed1588
      @aboelsofalabed1588 4 года назад +4

      Now I know what kind of people vote for Trump

    • @c86tail
      @c86tail 4 года назад +15

      aboelsof alabed - enough to win 2016 it appears. If I wanted political garbage I’d watch CNN. I liked this Channel otherwise.

    • @nordicpride9708
      @nordicpride9708 4 года назад +3

      aboelsof alabed People who aren’t left of Lenin, that’s who.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 4 года назад

      Close but no cigar.

    • @nordicpride9708
      @nordicpride9708 4 года назад

      Dave Logic Oh far from it. No libtard here. All of the Norse countries have gone left, and it’s infuriating.

  • @zalosftw
    @zalosftw 4 года назад +7

    Don't drink coffee while watching this video

  • @KeyWestSaltLife
    @KeyWestSaltLife 2 года назад +4

    Great overview and summary of possible issues. It definitely helped me to diagnose my worn out strut issue

  • @gaylefriedman3773
    @gaylefriedman3773 Год назад

    My driving has a thumping when driving straight. I don't surve when driving. No leaks. Brand New Brakes front & Back. I don't bounce when driving. My car is in top shape except painting. Any reason? No steering wheel jumping. I need to have a machine to find this thumping sound. Very annoying. Especially when no one actually has a proof of testings. Test! Then you'll get a print out of all matters. This is the only way to find a cause of maintenance in an automobile. Let's do it Right for once! 😮🤬😊

  • @MariaLopez-mi4ol
    @MariaLopez-mi4ol 25 дней назад

    ROCK AUTO!!!!!! Great prices!!!!! Probably made in CHEENA tho!!!!!!

  • @jamieyoungmamt-bc539
    @jamieyoungmamt-bc539 Год назад

    So when I read sound observation of this problem- bang and clunk...
    Why are we not reading “jumping on a bed”.
    I at one time didn't have a filter on my mouth and said sound like listening to next door hotel couple bouncing in bed! 🤦🏼‍♀️😂
    So is this reason to inspect? Bed spring sound?

  • @ernestorivas8369
    @ernestorivas8369 4 года назад +6

    Lmfao dude im over here trynna learn about shocks and you hit me with the 🇺🇸 joke 🤣 great laugh

  • @Joe_334
    @Joe_334 4 года назад +11

    I find it funny how he tries to explain the parts and the vehicle without having it sound like his mind is in the gutter.

    • @Joe_334
      @Joe_334 4 года назад

      @Anthony Roic I just learned that I over filled the oil in my car by half a gallon. Is there a chance that the excess oil can spill out of the oil dipstick, into the engine? I think I may need another oil dipstick.

    • @Joe_334
      @Joe_334 4 года назад +1

      @Anthony Roic Dude I could talk all day about how to maintain cars. Not that I know everything, but it would help to DIY the car if I ever have to, like the rack and pinion. Came close until I got to the two C clamped 19 bolts, on a 97 camry.

    • @Joe_334
      @Joe_334 4 года назад

      @Anthony Roic yeah, I would drain the oil. Not sure if oil dipsticks could fail overtime, since I have never had to replace one before.

    • @Joe_334
      @Joe_334 4 года назад

      @behexen250 this one is a 2001 Toyota camry. I have never seen oil spill near the dipstick before. Maybe there is a lesser amount of oil to put in the 2001 than the 1997. It was smoking a bit under the hood. The oil spilt from somewhere and must have hit the manifold. There was some more on the engine strut and on the engine near the oil filter. Like a mild spill.

  • @Moecean
    @Moecean 4 года назад +1

    My girl said my car rode like a horse carriage. That's when I knew they were bad

  • @n9wox
    @n9wox 4 года назад +1

    If you suspect the strut/shock is bad, once it's off the car, its condition is more obvious when compressing by hand and releasing.

  • @RexenPrime
    @RexenPrime 3 года назад +1

    When you started in with the political crap and started showing your abundant ignorance in that area i lost any and all respect for you.

  • @ctscantechnologist
    @ctscantechnologist 4 года назад +3

    The jounce test doesnt work well on 3/4 ton and one ton trucks.

    • @johnanderson5500
      @johnanderson5500 4 года назад

      That's when you stick your family in back and tell them to jump up and down at the same time. 😁

  • @COMMANDER-ONE
    @COMMANDER-ONE 2 года назад +1

    Bringbacktrump

  • @beulahboi
    @beulahboi 4 года назад +7

    0:55 You are being formally charged with murder...cuz I'm ded, man LOL

  • @TTime685
    @TTime685 4 года назад +5

    4 more years!

    • @craze1701
      @craze1701 4 года назад

      ...of prison for Trump.

    • @TTime685
      @TTime685 4 года назад

      @@craze1701 You'll see, shill

    • @craze1701
      @craze1701 4 года назад

      @@TTime685 haha! What a good little mindless minion you are.

  • @nicolejoleneable
    @nicolejoleneable 2 года назад

    What the hell was that creature up in your shocks? Anyway, I dunno if I have struts or air compression..I have a Olds Bravada that the rear end sits on the tire

  • @vincentvrai
    @vincentvrai 3 года назад +1

    Are you persian ?

  • @JesusDaLawd
    @JesusDaLawd Месяц назад

    And bad back pain, back/stiff struts can kill your back

  • @Chopperdog
    @Chopperdog 4 года назад +1

    I replace my front shocks with heavy duty ones it made no difference because the coil springs are stuffed instead springs wear out after awhile.

  • @danajay85
    @danajay85 Год назад

    I have a brand new Kia 22 and I had a nail in my tire and I got my tire changed every since then my car is not a smooth ride. It feels bumpy when I get to a certain speed what is that?

  • @alcerrito123
    @alcerrito123 4 года назад +2

    what about prices and what to look out for when buying aftermarket

  • @stevegocrazy5409
    @stevegocrazy5409 Год назад +1

    This guy needs to be the president that disclaimer was fire 😭

  • @bohaggin5913
    @bohaggin5913 4 года назад +2

    Are you related to the mechanic Oc RUclips channel?

  • @miomine3527
    @miomine3527 3 месяца назад

    What about excessive Vibration and trembling when hitting the brake

  • @markespinoza7090
    @markespinoza7090 4 года назад +59

    Don’t get political bro. I like your channel and your the excellent tips, tricks, and knowledge, but you don’t need to get into the pro/anti Trump arena. I’m sum a lot of other people watch channels like yours to get away from the political circus. Thanks for all your help.

    • @thare2597
      @thare2597 4 года назад +7

      He misses the Obama years. Labor was cheaper and plentiful.

    • @amak1131
      @amak1131 4 года назад +2

      I mean.... disassociate who X president is and the same general point stands: poking fun at behavior that is suddenly acceptable. It only becomes about Him if we allow it to.

    • @jammy46235
      @jammy46235 4 года назад +8

      Mark Espinoza agreed especially when he’s misinformed by CNN

    • @myusernamesucks4evr
      @myusernamesucks4evr 4 года назад +16

      It his channel he can do whatever he likes

    • @beelmars5400
      @beelmars5400 4 года назад +3

      Mark - I agree. I watch repair videos to get a break from all the politics, not to get more of them.

  • @jimgreenhow4614
    @jimgreenhow4614 9 месяцев назад

    You totally lost me after the treason comment. Not a great way to build a RUclips channel

  • @barrybennett3970
    @barrybennett3970 5 месяцев назад +1

    Best explanation ever..
    "RESPECT"!

  • @CommaderJohn
    @CommaderJohn Год назад +1

    TRUMP 2024

  • @jasonbrown467
    @jasonbrown467 Год назад

    got any sweet brandon political jokes?

  • @yeahwellll
    @yeahwellll 4 года назад +3

    Good game: Take a shot every time he says shocks or struts

  • @msharif6694
    @msharif6694 2 года назад +1

    Lol🤣🤣🤣

  • @ibrahimeltony4865
    @ibrahimeltony4865 4 года назад +1

    It is also not necessarily see a leak in the shocks. For me every time I decided to change them and when I inspect them I see that they became very loose. Very small force were enough to compress them. That means also that the car is carried by the struts and engine mounts only... You can imagine how the dampening and vibration be in this case.
    So my advice to myself is to change them regularly regardless of their conditions. Say 60-70 km are fair enough for them.

  • @gbwalther3198
    @gbwalther3198 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the great real-life demo. Down-to-earth approach! Clear and concise.

  • @beyondrepair8949
    @beyondrepair8949 4 года назад +35

    Thank you for combining car repairs with politics - said no one one ever.

    • @sighnotes
      @sighnotes 3 года назад +4

      Your check engine light is on

    • @Therealestrunnerluda
      @Therealestrunnerluda 3 года назад

      @@sighnotes yours isn't working

    • @nathanpearce7169
      @nathanpearce7169 2 года назад +1

      I like trump but I still thought it was funny

    • @ronsexton5201
      @ronsexton5201 10 месяцев назад

      Trump never took inappropriate showers with his daughter either, only grown women, otherwise known as adults.

  • @Wilco4D
    @Wilco4D Год назад

    Think you should hold a beauty contest for a fundraiser?

  • @Curlyim2
    @Curlyim2 4 года назад +1

    1994 ford ranger. My steering is very loose. Replaced all 4 shocks and rear springs. How do I diagnose further?

    • @tj4034
      @tj4034 4 года назад +2

      Try adjusting the steering box to take out excess play. That helped mine alot. Check tie rod ends for looseness too.

    • @CRAPO2011
      @CRAPO2011 4 года назад

      Check outer tie rod ends , sway bar links, bushings

  • @jamieofalltrades536
    @jamieofalltrades536 4 года назад +1

    Is there a way to inspect them while you installed? What about a constant clunking noise as you drive and hit bumps?

    • @dougn2350
      @dougn2350 2 года назад

      That could be sway bar links or bad shocks.
      Best to have it checked out by a mechanic you trust.

  • @KeithOutWest
    @KeithOutWest 4 года назад +6

    "Hello Ma'am". That was creepy.

    • @craze1701
      @craze1701 4 года назад

      @alejandro that makes it funny

  • @MrAcelock1124
    @MrAcelock1124 2 года назад

    Just talk about the car, stop delving into politics

  • @jayinspirated2803
    @jayinspirated2803 3 года назад +1

    Good Struts are just as important as fluid changes

  • @jimh2061
    @jimh2061 4 года назад +2

    Very good basic info. Thanks

  • @dondada1949
    @dondada1949 11 месяцев назад

    After replacing the two front struts on my car, I've noticed that it has become quite bouncy. What might be causing this issue?

  • @richardcranium8651
    @richardcranium8651 4 года назад +3

    I love your Joe Biden imitation!

  • @MeltWithU
    @MeltWithU 8 месяцев назад

    Also, check to make sure that your upper and lower control arms are intact on the front and the back. As, they can be completely detrimental to the control of your vehicle. Mine, I didn’t know were rusted in spots, and when I changed out my air shocks for my Land Rover… When the shocks went back up, it broke the one in half and if it wasn’t for the shock, essentially holding that assembly together… The wheel could’ve essentially been free to go left or right by itself and could’ve taken my vehicle out of control and wrecked it.
    So be on the lookout for those on your vehicle when you change out your shocks, just to make sure. Especially if it’s early 2000’s to maybe 2010… and especially if you live by the ocean or in an area where you get a bunch of snow and they salt the roads. Which can less than the life of any metal part on your vehicle.

  • @ryans413
    @ryans413 4 года назад

    Let’s not forget the shocks or if you got struts are actually holding the car up. Good sign if ones bad the car won’t sit straight it will lean to the bad side that’s broken

  • @rubengh777
    @rubengh777 Год назад

    My 2012 Honda Civic, shakes or vibrates at times, it comes and goes away. I replaced the engine mount and the back mount, I didn’t replace the transmission mount. It seems like it’s better but still some vibration. Various speeds. I suspect it could be the struts, they have over 200k miles. I want to get to the root of the problem… Any advice.

  • @ralphwatten2426
    @ralphwatten2426 Год назад

    I'd like to donate 1.5 million dollars US to your campaign. I really like your ol' twiddle move. That really gets em. P.S. In return for my donation I'd really like to be Secretary or the Treasury. Thanks for the vid, Pres!

  • @ndk4
    @ndk4 4 года назад

    My car seems to bounce horizontally, as in commonly wobbly right and. Went to dealer and they said it was normal...

  • @hammerhead6537
    @hammerhead6537 4 года назад

    I support your consideration in running for President of the United States Of America. However, a few things that you may want to consider. No matter which party label you represent, you need to become a very skilled liar. You will also need to understand quid pro quo, which is simply, something for something, which goes on everyday between lobbyist and the leaders that we elected to represent the interest of the common people. But actually they represent the best interest of Corporate America. Matter of fact, quid pro quo was used when our founding fathers negotiated the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. Meaning, our group will give you something, if your group gives us something. You will also need to learn how to politicize the most basic concepts in order to keep the ignorant, ignorant. You will also need to understand that the news media is theater, scripted, a cash cow for the rich. There is a lot more for you to learn. And if you choose me as your vice president, I will show you the legal loopholes. Let me know. LOL. Semper Fi, USMC.

  • @dougn2350
    @dougn2350 2 года назад

    I have an almost new car, 2021 Sonata with 42,000 miles. I started getting an odd noise from the rear suspension a few months back. At low speeds there's a rapid thumping noise when I drive over cracks in the pavement.
    I highly suspect the shocks. But with only 41k miles Im reluctant to replace them.
    Can bad shocks make thumping noises?

  • @rdhj
    @rdhj Год назад

    I have a 2012 ford focus with front struts and sway bar links that are 1.5 years old and i just put in new lower control arms...I thought the new control arms would fix my slight vibration and inside tread cupping, but it has not..Then I have noticed that I here clunking which i think is from the strut mount. i do remember hitting a bad pot hole months ago and wondering if that destroyed the bearing..However, after jacking the car up and pulling on the wheel and forcing it up with a pry bar under the tire, everything seems tight and I can not reproduce the clunk. Only here it when hitting holes in the road. Any advice? Hate to do all the work to take the strut out and still not be able to tell if its bad.

  • @otaku4Gaijin
    @otaku4Gaijin Год назад

    You just lost a viewer. Thanks.