Lexus RX350 Hood Struts Replacement

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  • Опубліковано 29 жов 2024

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  • @thegorbs9009
    @thegorbs9009 Рік тому +7

    $500 was the quote I got from Lexus for parts/labor. Bought a set from Amazon for $20. I was able to get the old struts off with just a screwdriver… whole process took 5 minutes! Thanks

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      Good job. Yeah, for simple DIY like this is not worth paying $500. Thanks for the feedback.

  • @mokhaz9372
    @mokhaz9372 15 днів тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Thanks for the heads up for the bottom latch. I used a screw driver to push it out.

  • @crdiii6931
    @crdiii6931 Рік тому +4

    You saved me 2 hours and 450 bucks. Thanks!

  • @juliushowlett7247
    @juliushowlett7247 Рік тому +3

    This is the right way to do a quick-n-dirty how-to... thanks for not padding it with too much monologue!

  • @j.c.m.9581
    @j.c.m.9581 Рік тому +3

    I had been putting this off because I though I would need a special tool or it would be impossible to get to the bottom clamp. Thank you for explaining this on video. I completed it in less than 10 minutes. My Wife is happy.

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      Yup, sometime we spend more time thinking about it than doing it. At least for this simple work. Glad it helped and thanks for commenting back.

  • @paulcamalin5236
    @paulcamalin5236 8 місяців тому +2

    This video might not make you any money but saved us quite a bit of money and time! 🙏

  • @alexs8335
    @alexs8335 Рік тому +1

    Thanks man! I have the same car, same issue, just bought new struts on Amazon for the hood and for the back lift gate. Your video helped me to do the job.

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      Great to hear. No sense paying Lexus dealer 300-400 for this 5 minute work. LOL

  • @DanKlonicki-vx2tc
    @DanKlonicki-vx2tc Рік тому +2

    Perfect! Just what I needed. Thank you

  • @nickmillers
    @nickmillers 2 роки тому +4

    Just as easy as shown. Thanks for the video

  • @ajurbz82q88
    @ajurbz82q88 Рік тому +2

    Dealer charges me $400 for this. You are a lifesaver!

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому +1

      What??? I'm not surprised, they quoted my son $400 to replace one HID headlight bulb. I'm ordering one for $55 from Amazon. Definitely helps to do some simple DIY.

  • @jericorful
    @jericorful Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing! It’s very informative

  • @sharonc8632
    @sharonc8632 Місяць тому +1

    Very clear, just changed, thx

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Місяць тому

      @@sharonc8632 good job thanks for the feedback.

  • @77kate63
    @77kate63 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much!!! We did it in 10 minutes 🎉

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому +1

      Superb. Thanks for the feedback

    • @77kate63
      @77kate63 Рік тому

      @@DIYLifeSkills also those clams could be broken with pliers since they are not needed any more.

  • @Mike-f2p4r
    @Mike-f2p4r 3 місяці тому +1

    Nice work!

  • @jeffpeterson1988
    @jeffpeterson1988 2 роки тому +2

    Saved my bacon....10 minute job after video!

  • @musk-eteer9898
    @musk-eteer9898 9 місяців тому +1

    my rear hatch failed at 10yrs at 170K miles, i can see the rear hatch struts failing but the front hood????...how often do you have to gawking at your engine bay anyway.

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  9 місяців тому

      It’s a small money to have convenience of hood struts working for oil change, replace engine air filter, refill windshield washer, check coolant level, etc. especially for people like me that do their own maintenance.

  • @frankb1
    @frankb1 Рік тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @howardellis6037
    @howardellis6037 Рік тому +1

    Are you happy with the parts from Amazon?

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      It’s a hit or miss on aftermarket parts but this one is good. Especially when dealer is asking crazy high price.

  • @miryamamar3420
    @miryamamar3420 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing. Did you have to put the C-clamp back on the new supports?

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  2 роки тому +5

      C-clamp was already on the new struts, and you can install it without removing it.
      New struts easily snaps into place with just a little bit of pressure.

  • @williamstubbs9737
    @williamstubbs9737 4 місяці тому +1

    Rock Auto is the best for parts resource.

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  4 місяці тому

      Agree especially if you are buying multiple items to save on delivery charges, but shipping cost on buying one cheap item can make it costly.

  • @teteranksakateteranking523
    @teteranksakateteranking523 2 роки тому +2

    Nice video

  • @lizross5479
    @lizross5479 Рік тому +1

    should you add grease into the joint?

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      It can help but only if you use “dry lube” that’s doesn’t collect dust. Because it’s not sealed a regular grease or oil will collect dust and eventually make it worse because it’s not completely sealed. I’d you search WD-40 dry lube, you’ll find the spray.

  • @mikethomas5352
    @mikethomas5352 Рік тому +1

    What’s the name of the tool that looks like a flat head screw driver with a curved tip?

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому +2

      It’s called small pry bar. 3 different size set is $8 at harbor freight. www.harborfreight.com/3-piece-pry-bar-set-66840.html

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому +1

      FYI it helps to have a slightly curved top to pop out the strut but long flathead screwdriver works nearly as well. Let me know how it goes.

    • @mikethomas5352
      @mikethomas5352 Рік тому +1

      @@DIYLifeSkills I was able to do the work with a long flathead screwdriver. Thanks for the video! I saved money with your help!

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      @@mikethomas5352 Great to hear. I know Lexus dealer want to charge as much as $450. Crazy.

  • @jmpjose1
    @jmpjose1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks. Firestone wants $400 to replace these. 😢

    • @DIYLifeSkills
      @DIYLifeSkills  Рік тому

      Incredible what people try to charge for 5 minute work with $30 part. Did you get it done?

  • @SortaDopeIGuess
    @SortaDopeIGuess Місяць тому +1

    Dont use the cheap Amazon hood struts. They break fast and often. Spend a little more money and buy a solid 3rd party like Sachs "Stabilus" from Rock Auto.

  • @ffblegend
    @ffblegend Рік тому +1

    I got mine from RockAuto, they are cheap as well in $$.