When Should You Replace Toyota Struts and Shocks? And How to Do It!

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A Toyota Specialist shares when should you replace your Toyota Struts and Shocks.
I see so many shops recommending Toyota struts to be replaced around 50k miles without a reason. This is incorrect. You only replace your struts when there's a big enough leak or you have a concern.
In this video I will share with you the entire process of replacing a strut on Toyota and Lexus cars.
Hope this helps one of you.
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0:00 Intro
0:37 How to Inspect Your Struts
2:44 Strut Removal
8:45 Strut Disassembly
16:54 Strut Reassembly
25:17 Strut Installation
27:40 Things You Need To Know

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@ricksfixit8577 Год назад

This is the best Toyota care and maintenance channel bar none. It not only discusses and shows "the how" to do something, but "the why" behind a repair. Thanks!

@swaggerjacker1482 Год назад

Shut up scammer 👆👆🏆

@cmoreno12345 Год назад

Totally agree.

@joseprakas5033 Год назад

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@marcianoperez6640 Год назад

Yes very impormative

@bkuerbis Год назад

Absolutely. It's a gold mine and keeps my 2008 Highlander Hybrid with 305K in "Rusty-land"😄going!

@SwagCANA Год назад

Woking at a dealer i can truly appreciate that you’re an honest mechanic. Not many out there .

@ahobimo732 Год назад

This is one of the main reasons I do a lot of DIY on my own vehicles. The work of a (truly) "professional" mechanic is totally worth the money, but often, you have no way of knowing for sure what you're getting. Whenever I have a mechanic I trust, I usually bring everything to them. But when that's not available, I'd rather do it myself. It's a headache, but at least I have the peace of mind of knowing that the job was done right.

@jasonleatherwood2172 10 месяцев назад

Lol i constantly get cars in at 15-20k miles dealer says needs brakes they look new

@benino1 8 месяцев назад

Scooty Kilmer is also a great also

@qpeocn 7 месяцев назад

@@benino1scotty Kilmer is good. He was the OG of youtube mechanics, but his videos are a bit too unorganized and he speaks all over the place. If you have a Toyota, this is the best channel

@beepsarieaniIwee 5 месяцев назад

@@qpeocnplus Scotty has too many click baits. I used to watch him but stopped for your exact reasons

@gregsantos9731 Год назад

Why i always enjoy every second of this guy videos? His concerns, his style, his truthful, his well versed and most of all he speaks from his heart.

@nirjitcheema9770 Год назад

A lot of Toyota techs are like that they take care of there customers

@mr.j8297 Год назад

Hi AMD, Do you recommend torquing the strut top nut ?

@n4gix Год назад

@@nirjitcheema9770 - The only time I've ever taken my 1998 Camry to the local dealer was to have the inside driver's door handle replaced. The total cost of the repair job and door handle was just north of $300! Later when I got back home, I found that I could have ordered an OEM handle for just short of $20... But once again, I had to remind myself that I often told my customers in the land mobile radio service business that, they aren't necessarily paying me for what I do to fix their problems, it is what I know HOW to do!

@garywise9078 Год назад

@@nirjitcheema9770 /:

@koye4399 11 месяцев назад

@bearpuf Год назад

Some of the things I continually admire about your videos are the clarity in directionsm the cautions and suggestions that you make as you instruct. Your delivery is informative and caring to the degree that it makes what you say quite personal, at least to me. To have that quality in an instructor is pretty rare. Thank you.

@NoFateButWhatWeMake Месяц назад

Im late for work, don't even own a car and yet I'm watching this video til the end

@user-qx3ph3xb6l 18 дней назад

What have you learned? Thanks

@marblox9300 8 месяцев назад

When you want to know the CORRECT WAY - watch this man.!!!

@alb12345672 Год назад

I bought KYB struts for my Lexus GS, KYB told me they are the same as what goes in the Toyota box. I don't know if that is true but the ride is great :lol:

@luvingfully Год назад

AMD is honest and puts the customer first. Every 5000 miles, my Toyota dealer recommended replacing "leaking" front struts. I refused the work for years because the struts were misting, not leaking. Misting is normal and helps extend life of the upper seal. The worn struts did not make noise or lose damping. When oil streaking appeared on one strut, I replaced both struts with OEM parts at 118,000 miles.

@user-tb7rn1il3q Год назад

The unscrupulous dealer probably sprayed oil on the strut. Toyota struts are barely broken in at that mileage and will outlast the body of the car.

@mikek.9980 Год назад

@@user-tb7rn1il3q I think it's possible..... but would be very dishonest on part of the dealer. I like to think that majority of people are good.

@ruthdanielson919 Год назад

I had ck engine light p0012 and disappearing coolant 113000 miles, and dealer scams me with $700 worth of struts, on top of everything. No senior discounts, but definately senior rip offs.

@TechWiz1983 Год назад

I’m at 300,000 Kms on my 2019 Corolla Hatchback, still on factory suspension no issues; but I’m expecting that to change soon which is why I’m watching this video.

@ruthdanielson919 Год назад

@@TechWiz1983 Attempting to resolve issues with dealership, serv Mgr to discuss with corporate, get back to me tomorrow. Sequence of repairs to selling struts when engine troubles. Hopefully, will resolve issues amicably.

@jamram9924 Год назад

In our shop, we’ve been using KYB struts for years. KYB is an OE supplier to Toyota/Lexus. Some models have a “strut plus” that comes with a new spring, mount and boot. We’ve never had a failure of any KYB struts or shocks. On occasion, we also use OE struts/shocks whenever KYBs are unavailable.

@wolfcommander6009 Год назад

Why not

@seanguy9720 Год назад

Never knew this, glad you did!

@sunilshrestha657 Год назад

where is your shop at?

@nitrofiche7206 Год назад

I also replaced my Corolla struts with KYB struts.

@Cristian-pw1iv 10 месяцев назад

is there a big price difference between oem and kyb?

@bobchallquist4577 Год назад

Thank you for taking time out of your day to do these kind of videos. Love the approach and thought put into them. I do have a request, would you consider doing a video on tips and tricks for washing an engine bay, thanks.

@frankstear2225 Год назад

Love the calm and sometimes funny way you explain how to repair and diagnose issues, love the videos, keep up the excellent work and thank you.

@ice2chillzz257 7 месяцев назад

It’s so hard to find detailed videos like this! Great work

@BlahBlah-em2ed Год назад

Well done and clearly explained! Great content and creator. Keep up the good work!

@abdul-kabiralegbe5660 Год назад

Very detailed. Never knew there was this much to a "simple" strut job. Thanks.

@jecs2123 Год назад

Just found this channel and really appreciate all that you do for the Toyota / Lexus community

@these2boots Год назад

awesome videos. clear, concise and to the point with added cautionary statements. you earned every one of your subscribers including this one.

@robertyoung1777 Год назад

Thank you! - your videos give me a lot of respect for the design and engineering that goes into a good car. I’ll never do a strut replacement myself but it’s fascinating to see the work done safely and correctly.

@TripleBerg Год назад

Smooth camera work doing that continuous switch from the right side strut to the left strut, including the zoom out and zoom back in. Kudos to the camera operator.

@Deep_Divers Год назад

Your videos, presentations, and subject matter expertise are exceptional! Keep up the great work.

@Anonymous-sj2sr Год назад

Really enjoying these types of videos where you teach how to things for DIY 👌👌 Explanation is superb 💯

@gordonmccann6204 Год назад

Really enjoy watching your videos they are great advice keep them coming

@jimmyf9551 Год назад

Appreciate all your amazing videos. Would love mechanics like you in my area so you can service my Toyotas/Lexus 😀 Keep up the good work!

@marcellus6959 Год назад

Another fantastic video. Great walkthrough on how to do this job right and safely. You're the best man

@samandrade9854 Год назад

Always a pleasure to listen to an honest mechanic Love your clean shop

@davidburrus9813 Год назад

In addition to being a competent and experienced mechanic, you do a fantastic job with your videos explaining thoroughly and concisely. I especially look forward to the maintenance videos on your wife's new GX 460 as I have a new-to-me 2015 GX.

@franklum773 Год назад

Great instructional video. Thanks for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and experience.

@riceburner4747 Год назад

EXCELLENT VIDEO, AMD! This has to be the MOST detailed video on strut installation I've ever seen. Thank u! 🙌👍🇺🇸

@sathindrensanthirathelagan Год назад

Great one - Good ASMR AMD - relaxing to see someone go about their business so calmly .

@paulkonczak5270 Год назад

Thank you for being so precise, all the best for health and continued success. God bless!

@capnpugwash5403 Год назад

Nice tutorial, as stated, the DIY clamps have to be used with GREAT care. I have a 3 clamp set up. Tightening evenly is essential.

@charliekilo3 Год назад

Yet another high quality educational video. Thanks for what you do. You're a true gentleman and a scholar.

@ryanteter 9 месяцев назад

You’re a blessing to all for sharing these videos. Thank you.

@petreberceanu8798 Год назад

Thank you for sharing all these little details! A good job done means ....details. I have the same Corolla model but 2003. It will help me a lot when it will the time. 🙂

@lmelchor19 Год назад

This is exactly the video I was waiting for before replacing the shocks and struts on my car. Great video!

@818guy6 3 месяца назад

How much did it cost you ? I need to replace my 2 front on my Camry . Did u replace the whole thing , even sprints ?

@shahmd.mostakim5017 Год назад

Really appreciate the quality of footage. Watching in 60fps is really amazing. Feels like I am just inside his garage taking the apprenticeship. Hats off! Keep going ❣

@kris.pbaken8973 Год назад

The best Toyota channel on YT. Very informative.

@mervwhitney7229 Год назад

Thank you. When I began DIY car servicing and repair, in the 1960s,, I had to learn all of this from a monthly magazine. It is so much easier now having it here, in the form of an instructional video. The difference now is that you use power tools whereas I am still on spanners and ratchets.

@guymann4016 Год назад

The CCN Channel - one of the few channels I watch in 100% entirety. Ps - I absolutely love Toyota

@mementomori29231 Год назад

Best automotive channel on RU-vid, thank you!!

@bijujoseparacka6262 Год назад

Your explanations step by step are to the best level. nothing more to add. Young mechanics have a got a lot to study from these tutorials. owners will really save a lot of money by avoiding un necessary parts replacements. thank you

@DIYBIGMAN Год назад

Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skills!

@johneldorado Год назад

Great video, I love your attention to detail. I'd love to have that strut compress tool in my garage. I will say though, if I had a 17 year old Corolla with over 200k miles in the rust belt, I'd be throwing some KYB Quick Struts on that without question.

@adebayoagbaje 10 месяцев назад

You are so professional 💯. I never get tired of watching and learning from yours and Scotty's videos.

@anthonymaster6160 Год назад

Thank you for another great & very informative video. Every video from the GREAT Mr. Car Care Nut is a new valuable lesson learned. Thank you. Happy New Year.

@mimiwatching 7 месяцев назад

Be nice to have a mechanic like this you can trust to do the job right!

@mardamek3 Год назад

Interesting to see the two-bolt strut to knuckle connection (although I guess most cars have that type of a setup). My RAV4 is still in good shape, so I haven’t had the need to do this particular job on it, but I have done it on my Ford Focus a few times (my previous car). Although I never replaced the strut alone and bought the whole assembly with the spring, it was a more tricky job to do since you had to slide the bottom of the strut into the knuckle end, then lock it with the bolt. It took a lot more finesse and persuading than this. Perhaps the upside of that design was that you wouldn’t have to worry about camber adjustment ( although I always ended up getting an alignment since I was replacing other front end components as well).

@deedaartyst 24 дня назад

ayyye, your conciseness and knowledgeable aspect has gotten you a subscriber🤙👍👍👍

@tomwinslow5086 Год назад

Another great video sir. These type of videos are exactly why I am a subscriber. I own two Corollas, and do most of my own work. I love your concise instructions. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

@Joe-dz7kj Год назад

May the Lord bless you and your family. Your how to CBT’s are a blessing🙏

@MrRensan404 Год назад

You are the best instructor on video! We appreciate the knowledge you impart. Even if we are not DIY people, the general knowledge and information you impart helps us consumers make better judgment calls in maintaining our vehicles. Thank you so much. I am glad to subscribe to your channel.

@Agamaster Год назад

this is the best teacher i see in my life - thank you !!!

@genewilliams7302 Год назад

I really enjoy this channel. Really clear explanations done by a trustworthy mechanic. Thank you for all the help. God Bless you. :)

@bme7491 Год назад

Glad for this video. My 2002 Highlander with 270,000 miles has the original struts/shocks all around. They aren't leaking, no noise and no excessive "bounce".

@biceptaper Год назад

Ahmed, another fantastic video! Thank you for the great emphasis on safety when working on disassembling the strut from the spring. While this isn't a job for a total novice, you covered all the points a DIY'er should be able to handle. I am sure there are many of us with Camry based vehicles who would like to see how the rear struts are replaced. That is not so simple a job and involves additional steps. Hope you can get to that someday soon.

@perniciouspete4986 Год назад

What he said.

@scottlincoln6286 Год назад

Your shop looks very professional....I'm so happy that you're keeping busy....

@Mike-jj4uh Год назад

Awesome explanation of how struts work! Thanks

@FFWrench Год назад

I’d love to see you do a video on the 2nd Gen RX with rollover prevention struts. These are much harder to do because the shaft pulls back from full extension by design.

@IDGAF56852 Год назад

Like a foreskin does eh 😆

@GolgiGuy102 Год назад

Do you have any other information on these? Thank you

@craig9069 Год назад

Brother! You should be a teacher! The world needs more mechanics such as you!

@mikeratkowski3506 Год назад

He is a teacher and we are all students

@jorgeguillen8777 Год назад

What a way to show the exact stepts to do something...always learn to much with your videos, I really thanks!

@monkeyzer0 Год назад

Simply one of the best (possibly THE BEST) video on this topic!

@lesterfougere6923 Год назад

My wife has the identical car,year and all. I’ve yet to replace the struts and this video is perfect just in case I have to. Among all the tips you gave thanks for where you used those narrow vise grips on the sway bar link. I always struggle trying to remove them. Your videos are priceless,thanks again “you nut”.

@kevins5268 Год назад

Just replace them with Monroe quick struts. You can do them in afternoon no problem. It comes with whole coil shut all in one.

@xipxip3784 Год назад

Even though I can’t do DIY due to where I live, I greatly appreciate the advice and knowledge that your videos provide. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise.

@mikek.9980 Год назад

You can still find locations to work on your car. I see people working on street or store parking lots or friends garages....

@condor5635 Год назад

You live in neighborhood where your HOA prohibits you?

@no_peace Год назад

@@mikek.9980 It's hard when you only have one car and need to drive to the store to get something or you forgot a tool at home. You have to put your car back together over and over.

@breakingthemasks 2 месяца назад

I feel you brother... But if anyone reading this is afraid to try it... I did this in the aurozone parking lot. I think they tend to be OK with that as long as you get the job done in one go

@ericarmstrong3313 Год назад

very clear and informative, and it saved me a strut job since only my boots are bad.

@Lichi089 Год назад

You know your work and I love how you explain everything so clearly thank you!!!!

@SLVRFOX88 Год назад

I’ve had good results with kyb but looking up the OEM price online it’s not that bad actually. That otc tool is great sure beats the harbor freight compressors

@cyberbeer65 Год назад

I replaced all four struts on my 2004 Corolla with KYB quick struts. It now rides better than new. KYB is OEM equipment on my 2004 Corolla.

@TheSteedaflow99 Год назад

Just want to chime in, Just came across your channel, You are awesome!! Very Knowledgeable and honest!! Love your wisdom with this brand, Look forward to videos going forward

@hmroa3056 Год назад

Just found your channel, your presentation is clear and instructive. Thank you for sharing your professional knowledge.

@jgrant1162 Год назад

Hi, probably the best video I have seen on strut change. I live in Northern Scotland, where we have very well salted roads in winter. Rust is always a problem on cars once they get to about six years old. For sway bar links, I always soak the nuts 2- 3 days before trying to remove them. I always use a good quality key, after clearing out the socket fitting, combined with a six point ring spanner. It is a pleasure to see a true professional at work. Keep the videos coming!

@mvnorsel6354 Год назад

Watching these video's I appreciate living in Australia, no salt or rust, only sharks😅.

@maplebones 11 месяцев назад

Put NeverSeize grease on every bolt you come across.

@carflixng Год назад

First content on the 9th gen Toyota Corolla, I had always wanted this.

@brianw6645 Год назад

Same here. Would love to see more.

@Scarf351 Год назад

Same here brother.

@Vekurus Год назад

I have a soft spot for the 9th gens, I've had three. Traded my 07 S for a 2018 Camry XSE, really wish I had just kept it and used it as part of the payment. Loed that car, even with all of it's little issues popping up, would have been worth it to save.

@alexau00 11 месяцев назад

Such skill & detailed demonstration. If only I could give this man a thousand likes 👍👍👍

@m-rezaabazar-ghafari8757 Год назад

As usual you are the greatest world class master tech and best teacher. Thank you for another great lesson.

@joepostada8317 Год назад

He just showed all of us how to do this the right way what a master mechanic he is when I take my car in I’ll have him inspect them thanks again for not only being a friend but all so a Top notch Master Mechanic great Job as always you do and tell your wife to in joy that new car

@mardamek3 Год назад

That means you’re one lucky man to have a friend like him.

@deadline7610 Год назад

Where is his located ? Thanks

@user-pf4lj1pe1b 2 месяца назад

@@deadline7610 Chicago, Illinois?

@MVRWC Год назад

195,000 miles 4runner SR5 V6. changed the struts and shocks but the rear springs still going strong. Toyota quality.

@greenbudkelly2820 Год назад

Another great video. That strut tamer is a very fine piece of equipment.

@eskausimon 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for your channel. As a Toyota owner, I'm learning a lot from you. Keep up the good work.

@thardyryll Год назад

I am 68 and have been doing my own work since my parents let me buy a 1958 VW Beetle in 1970. In those 53 years I have used KYB struts and shocks whenever they have been available for more vehicles than I can recall. In every instance they have fit perfectly. In fact, in the past week I have installed KYB struts and shocks on a 2002 Dodge Caravan and shocks on a 1994 Nissan pickup. The truck’s were originals - the vehicle has only 49,000 miles - and the KYBs are clearly an upgrade from stock. I would never use any other brand if KYB has an option. My 2008 RX350 will get KYBs when the originals are due for replacement, but, at 123k, they have years to go.

@kovie9162 Год назад

I've used only KYBs on the struts I've replaced, including on a Camry, with good results. I understand that with many cars the OEMs are actually rebranded KYBs.

@ro-landocalrissian4633 Год назад

Would you recommend these over any other brands?

@kovie9162 Год назад

@@ro-landocalrissian4633 Unless you're going performance I'd stick with OEM or KYB, based on what I've heard.

@thardyryll Год назад

@@ro-landocalrissian4633 For a Toyota used for everyday driving I would compare the price of factory parts and KYBs. Unless factory parts are close in price I would go with the KYBs. All this assumes you intend to keep the vehicle.

@emiliog.4432 Год назад

KYB is no longer a great choice. They were made in Japan but not anymore. I only use oem made in Japan. Kyb is now made in China or Mexico.

@msmarshall854 Год назад

Now, THIS is a real treat! I have this exact car: 2007 Corolla CE. I already replaced the stock struts with a Bilstein B12 kit, so this is familiar to me. However, very little went according to plan. It was the rust, the rust ruined so much, I had to learn a bunch of new skills to complete the job.

@heisenfeis Год назад

i love rust. it is so nice when lets say a service provider or the guy at the counter says it will take 1 hour or so looking at the factory mounting and dismounting time ends up taking close to 3-6 hours. not on Toyotas usually but other cars that are a nightmare. all in all rust makes it take alot longer.

@lightman489 Год назад

When I'm working on my own car even before I buy the parts I spray all the bolts down with diesel and transmission fluid or whatever i can get my hands on

@heisenfeis Год назад

@@lightman489 very smart, kinda hard to do when the car comes 17.01.22 to the workshop and expects it done by 17.01.22 :P

@robertshaw7289 Год назад

@@heisenfeis 8

@heisenfeis Год назад

@Misirac altudamecekas yeah Toyotas rust dont get me started on some of their rear suspensions. But i do recomend undercoating even tho we dont do that service.

@davidlampe4153 Год назад

Entertaining and informative. I love watching your videos camera work is terrific too! I’m glad I watched the video I learned about McPherson struts, thank you.

@stevearita3267 Год назад

This video was GREAT! I learned so much, thank you very MUCH for doing these videos!

@davestvwatching2408 Год назад

I've used KYB on every car I've owned where I've replaced struts and shocks. They are the best aftermarket brand for these types of parts.

@briank10101 Год назад

As long as they don't cause a stiffer (aka "sportier") ride. I hate more road feel as it's often endearingly called.

@Abesta83 Год назад

And actually come from the factory on Toyota. Different build quality, but for the difference in price, an excellent product.

@robthompson343 2 месяца назад

AMD, Another great video. Quick question, do I need to get an alignment after replacing front struts on a Lexus Rx400h? Thank you.

@TocyBlox 2 месяца назад

@@robthompson343 yes. Just did it with a KYB too. Car is pulling to the right and shaking a bit. Def need an alignment done.

@stevemccooleq Год назад

Those small spring compressors that you get at Harbor Freight or on Amazon are nicknamed "widow makers"...for a reason.

@d1bergman Год назад

Excellent Video, This the kind of thing I like to see you do. I consider it very very helpful. Thanks

@sgomez3047 Год назад

Nothing like having the right tools to get the job done! Thanks AMD

@thomasoshields8838 Год назад

Thank you for pre spraying the rusted nuts before removing i'm an old school mechanic and never see anyone do this anymore.Great video as always thank you

@thardyryll Год назад

I live in the Pacific Northwest and always am appalled when I watch videos of work being done on Rust Belt cars. I have owned more than 50 cars and have never encountered any significant rust of any sort, regardless of the manufacturer. My fleet at the moment includes everything from a 1960 International dump truck to two 2000 Volvo wagons, a 2000 Land Rover, commercial mowers and two Japanese tractors, and not a one has rust that interferes with underside work. I pity the mechanics who have to deal with it.

@maplebones 11 месяцев назад

@@thardyryll If he was smart he'd re-assemble with Never Seize. It totally eliminates rust problems in threaded fasteners.

@thardyryll 9 месяцев назад

@@maplebones True -- but the problem isn't reassembly, it's getting the thing apart in the first place.

@kevon241 Год назад

He is right about using oem struts. I had quick struts and lots of them are a pile of junk. They ride so rough and clunking and all, even if I didn't put many miles on it.

@jasonjohnston94 Год назад

Excellent update and additions compared to the older maintenance video.

@jwilliams2453 6 месяцев назад

Found out today that I needed to replace my struts. This video was very helpful in guiding me to understand the what and the why behind struts. Your videos help me to ask the right questions about my car care. Grateful.

@timothypdevine Год назад

I will never, ever do this job... but I watched the video until the end. I find these videos so interesting because of the engineering involved in creating these cars and skill involved in maintaining them. Mr. Car Care Nut is like a surgeon doing an organ replacement. Actually, there are a lot of similarities between physicians and auto techs now that I think about it. Anyway, thanks for another great video.

@jorgekauffman2026 Год назад

Except one thing doctors usually do it with the engine running...

@brandonbrooks9356 Год назад

Kyb makes great quality struts

@nofear6235 Год назад

Great, informative video! Nice white 7M from the 80's in the corner of the shop:)

@amaanwork3404 Год назад

I can never fast forward your videos because they are so informative. Oh my luck!! I’m 30 miles away from you. I will always come to your place from now on. Thank goodness. You’re the best

@Gryphus-R Год назад

Listen to this guy. My grandfather was a car mechanic, but he was reckless. He would do things in unsafe ways (and a missing tip of a finger was proof). One day when doing this operation on a car the spring blasted and everything went flying, tools included. He was millimeters away from getting his head blown by the spring and I witnessed that. Scary stuff! Whenever you work with car springs, thread lightly.

@ceciliaabdalla4954 Год назад

I have a great mechanic he refuses to do struts because of that spring. He will do quick struts

@emiliog.4432 Год назад

@@ceciliaabdalla4954 he should invest in a Branick Or OTC spring compressor. Professional tool.

@THEH2OMAN Год назад

Another excellent and informative video - thank you. I have had several sets of Toyota shocks and struts changed out over the years, but none were leaking. How the vehicle rides and handles, or if I am making subtle changes to the suspension are the determining factors for me. I like driving quickly on hilly twisty paved roads, so consistent predictable response is important. I use Bilstein 4600 series shocks on my Tundra trucks, and I can typically get about 120,000 miles out of them before they soften up to where I notice a changed in the ride and how the truck handles. Even with 120,000 miles on them, the shocks are still good for your average driver. If the OEM Toyota coil springs are still functioning I keep using them, if the coil springs are questionable I will replace them with new OEM Toyota coil springs. I ride on OEM Toyota leaf springs, or leaf packs custom made for me by Alcan. I have used KYB quick struts on two Camry and one Acura RL, they worked out pretty well - but I would never use them on a larger vehicle.

@JohnChuprun Год назад

Amazing video. Thank you. You have the best way of explaining and showing the right method.

@sameexc 10 месяцев назад

Very honest and explanatory video.. in fact I knew how to replace it and did last month only.. still waited here to view complete video.. nice small small tips which are really important.. good stuff.. thanks mate

@kato2531 Год назад

This is what you call a professional doing a proper job. Thank you so much for teaching us .

@supersabrosinho Год назад

A pro will usually torque to spec

@d.macrae461 7 месяцев назад

@@supersabrosinho Agreed - not just "usually", but "always". And the mounts should be snug, but not get final torquing until the vehicle is lowered and there is load on the struts.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

AMD, I was wondering when my 18 year old Toyota struts and shocks might be due for replacement. This is priceless information for when that day arrives. BTW it is good to see a humble Corolla back in the shop.

@zaffo757 Год назад

When they go bad.

@solarscreen Год назад

Was still waiting for failure when I sold my 27 year old Camry.

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

@@solarscreen 😁

@rightlanehog3151 Год назад

@@zaffo757 😉

@zaffo757 Год назад

I think the point is like the ones in this video...and in my Highlander...it is tough to tell when they re bad without disassembly. Now in the Camry and the Avalon...bouncy bouncy bouncy. Obvious.

@WookieLove1 8 месяцев назад

I'm not even doing this job but I watched the whole video. Lol I love your channel.

@Derick9295 Год назад

I recommend this channel "The Car Care Nut" because there are lots in this that you can learn and it tells every details on how and with some detailed safety precautions. I rate this 5 stars