thanks for the video. I tried to replace shocks in 2008 Santa Fe w/120k+ miles. The bolt and nut came off surprisingly easy. But the passenger side shock wouldn't come off. I used a hammer and crowbar for an hour. I finally brought it a mechanic. He used an compressor / impact chisel for 10 mins before it came lose. Unless you have the right tools, this DIY project may be destined for professional help.
Oh ok gotcha. One more thing, I replaced the two front struts 6 months ago but kept the stock shocks. 129,000 miles now. Every time I hit a bump I can feel it real hard. You think if I change my shocks, it will help dampen the blow? And what is the widest tire I think I can run on the rear. I want a wider look to the Santa Fe. Thx !!
I'm having a problem with the bolt in the interior of the car, the stud is spinning while taking out the bolt. I don't have the air gun. Here in Florida there's not much snow so lower part was easy with some wd40. But interior part is driving me crazy.
Found in another video that you can use a tiny wrench to hold the stud but my problem is that the stud is eaten and the wrench can't hold it, now I'm looking how to cut the bolt.
@@fupabox thank you for the reply, yes I did that but still the metal kept eating even with the vicegrip. I used a bolt cutter, it took me some time but finally got it out. Thank you for the video.
so don't put the old boot on? I just finished doing this "chore" and it drives great but there is a noise which after watching this video makes me wonder if the new noise is the boot..
+LexBomb6464 Master It depends on the type of shock..this replacement had no need for the boot which keeps crap off the chrome piston rod..the Monroe had it built in
you wouldn't say that if you saw the quality and mushiness of the new ones that were included.. they were nearly sponge rubber..they were not worth installing
still doesnt excuse the fact that you could have bought new bushings.. as a mechanic for 30 plus yrs , i would never tell anyone to reuse dry rotted bushings.. which fyi .. your vid clearly shows they were.. ever heard of rock auto .com.. a complete set of new bushings is less than 10 bucks.
and to the ppl who watched your vid.. the clunk you hear from the shocks is usually worn bushing, resulting in metal to metal contact. new shocks won't prevent this.
I don't normally like to criticize people's videos but you are presenting this as a how to video and you don't know what you're doing. As someone already stated, those old bushings are so dry rotted that it shows up on camera. Always use new bushings. If in your 'expert opinion' the new ones are no good, then purchase others. You also should have cleaned up the smooth part of the bolt on the lower shock mount with a wire wheel, brush or even sand paper. A little silicon grease or anti-seize should have been applied also.. Not once but twice you tried to screw a nut on backwards and yes, using the wrong size socket "makes a difference sometimes". You didn't torque ANYTHING properly at all. The top retaining nut should not just be tightened "till the rubber mushrooms out a little". Admit it, you didn't know what you were doing but went ahead and made a video trying to tell people how to do it. It's great to try doing things for yourself and make mistakes along the way. Just don't make a video of it and post it on You Tube so that others watch it and think what you are doing is the right way. It isn't. Sorry if what I say sounds harsh but there's already way too many videos on You Tube showing people how to do things created by people who themselves don't know how to do it. Nothing personal. Have a great day.
For me the video works to see isn't that hard, btw I'm not against criticism but if you want to criticize better explain what you should do better that way I can apply your wisdom.
using 70 ft lbs was quoted in video pay attention- many air tool impact and cordless impact have torque settings- all hyundai's usually have torque parameters ((ranges)) i.e. 74-86 ft lbs.
I know this is a super old video but the jack stands are just holding the car correct? Not holding up the rear axle or anything right? I'm getting ready to this right now. Ur video is a huge help!! Thank you
