Doing this job on my Accent right now. I appreciate this so much. I have no one in my life who can show me any of this stuff, but with videos like this I can do simple jobs and gain confidence in my ability to work on cars. Basically life changing. Thank you!
Dude great job! This is one of the nicest EXPLAINATION videos with details out there. Most people say they are going to show you "how to do" but they are not usually thorough in showing as well as mentioning major and minor details. I salute you on your work my friend and look forward to seeing more videos. I am attempting to do my father-laws struts and eventually I gotta change a Lexus rx300 struts. This video gave me a great understanding of what to do and how to thoroughly and correctly do this job.
@@darlenewesley3617 Dang that's more than what I paid for my car for all four brakes LOL. The crappy part about this business is there are tons of people out here to literally rip the pants off people it's a durn shame.
Good job Jim. I find most people hate having struts replaced due to the huge price tag for the parts. I installed new Monroe quick structs on the front of my 4x4 Chevy Trailblazer (110,000 miles), new upper A-frames, upper and lower ball joints. Rides like a new one now.
Thank you Jim! I purchased front struts for my Hyundai Accent which were seriously bad - and wow! Big difference! I'll replace the rear struts eventually because of a slight bounce there as well. The front ones I had a mechanic do because I didn't have the tools. But for the rear, I'm getting my own tools and do it myself. You made this almost foolproof. Yu da man!
Hi Jim - Thank you for the video. My 2002 Hyundai Accent has 248,000 miles, with the original rear struts, and I'm going to replace them this week. Thanks for the video - you make it look very easy... Take Care...
Hi Jim - Last night I tried to replace the drivers side assembly, and there were two major problems: the first was removing the molding from around the three bolts at the top. There were actually three panels that covered nearly the entire side of the car that had to be removed, along with the (breakable) plastic screws. Not damaging the panels proved to be very difficult. Since the car has seen a lot of visual abuse over the years, (some of the plastic disintegrated in my hands) I wasn't overly concerned, but it wouldn't have been called a professional job. The second problem was that the top three screws were rusted to the point that there barely any facing on the nuts. I had to cut the side of the nut with a hacksaw (which caused additional damage to the plastic panels), then split the nut with a masonry chisel. Since my car has been in MN all its life, I was surprised to see this amount of rust so far from the ocean (i.e., salt). After 1.5 hours, I had to quit due to the lack of sunlight, and didn't take out the first assembly yet. But I got the worst of it done, which was the rusted bolts. You didn't mention the year or model of this Accent, was this a newer model? I have a 2002, Accent Hatchback - L Your video was very helpful in learning what to expect (i.e., you made it look very easy... :) ). I'll let you know what happens...
Hi Chris,Yes rust can be very challenging to put it nicly.Lol The car in the video is a 2002 4 dr.Accent.Let me know how you do with the job and if you need any advice let me know.
I am adding a new comment as opposed to replying to my own, because I want it to be seen. As you probably already figured out, the strut was broken. After comparing it to the new strut, I found the spring had shifted in the top plate, which was why it was expanding. So I apologize for questioning you, but I will say to all listening, if your know the strut is broken, be ready! You may even want to consider paying someone. I was able to get the compressor on it because I was changing the cv axle, so I had everything out of the way. If you are going by these instructions, you will not have room to get the compressors in there. The new strut went in exactly per the video, thanks Jim!
excellent video ,your information is right on, just finished my front brakes today, could not have gotten those rotors off without your guidence, from your other videos
It was my very first time ever doin a project like this I watched your video and followed it and all your tips too I would like to Thank you so much for this video you saved me and my daughters car lot of money by
The quick strut assembly only costs about $35 more than the bare strut on my Nissan Murano but the strut assembly costs $100 more than the bare strut on my Hyundai Santa Fe. I really do like the quick struts and I didn't have to mess with that spring compressor. I can see why mechanics like them so much.
thank you for your clear explanation on how to do struts all around on the Accent. Might I ask you this. I have a 2014 Accent GL. How different from your procedure here is the method for doing this on my car? I have a hatchback 4 door model. Any help will be appreciated sir. I thank you for an excellent instructional aid.
Hey great video. I am looking forward to doing all four of mine next week. I was curious about what brand you used? I am guessing it was a Napa product but would you be willing to share that info? Thank you
Thankyou for the excellent tutorials..... you could list the links of the parts you used for the repair, and add some $$ with the suppliers you refer us to ..... Thanks
From my vast experience of watching many UA-cam videos it could be that you have some worn out bushings or ball joints causing things to play/move and therefore you're still hearing those noises. I think Jim has another video on this if you're still having the problem (and haven't fixed it).
Hey Jim, does whether or not your 2013 Accent has struts or reg shocks on the rear depend on the particular model? I have a GLS that uses reg shocks on the rear and has 4 wheel discs as well. Thanks for the great videos!!
The rear wheel on that side you showed working on gave me so much of a headache, that bottom knuckle bolt just would NOT come back, had to wait a day and come back at it with a propane torch just to get it out.
I may have missed it but were those the original struts in the car? I saw some comments below about the improved ride. I bet it was a noticeable improvement.
Hi, i am changing the front struts on a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, that i purchased for my son. I am wondering if you recommend changing front and back at the same time the car has 147k miles. Do you also have a recommendation on brand of replacement quick struts, that have worked well for you. Thanks for the great video, Jim
Hi Jim, With that many miles it is a good idea to replace all struts at the same time. The struts I have used for over 40 years is the Monroe . Let me know how you do.Thank you for watching . I'm happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.
That looks like the rock auto kit, did the front struts come with new lock nuts or did you buy them separate? I'm thinking of getting that for my 2007 accent at around 200,000 km or so.
Good video Mr. Jim. Rusty bearing plate and rear drum. What part of the country are u in? I live in Denver, Colorado and my 97 f150 does not have that much rust, and watch out for spiders when u get vehicles with spider webs.
So why don't you bother mentioning that the old strut springs will start to expand immediately, and if you do not hurry, the strut pushes down on the axle? I actually got bit on your video about changing the drivers side axle because the strut immediately started expanding. I had to borrow McPherson spring compressors and compress it enough remove it. Now I am stuck replacing the strut. I hope that the new strut assembly comes compressed to where it will fit in per your video. I am a little skeptical to be honest.
The bolts and nuts on the rear struts aren't coming out I've snapped one already trying to get the nut off. I heated it up and tried penetrating fluid. Wtf how did you get them out so easy
Here is an example of how bad mechanics will rip you off. I redid my front suspension 3 years ago myself with 1a auto parts (trq struts). My car is a beater and I don't try to put the best parts in it or anything like that. I have a very loud creaking from the front passenger strut area and couldnt pinpoint the component. I took it in and paid $25 for the suspension evaluation at pep boys. They said it was the strut mount (bearing) and also a driver side outer tie rod was bad. They quoted me $1340 to fix it !!!!! LMFAO! So, i called 1a and they said my parts were under warranty and sent me out a new strut and new tie rod no charge! The strut is a $130 part and the tie rod anywhere from $40-60 if I was to buy them new again.
Not so much a problem in the Southern States. Salts and chemicals are not used to melt ice and snow on roads. For the most part, undercarriage of southern cars look great.
I recently replaced the front rotors and pads on my daughter's 6-year-old Honda Civic Coupe. I was ready for rusty parts...like the ones that I'd seen on these videos, but to my surprise...with the vehicle being driven exclusively in North Carolina...almost no rust. When I went to remove the rotor screws, they looked like the day they were put in at the factory. What a difference between cars here and the snow belt cars. Thanks for the video...much appreciated.
Doing this job on my Accent right now. I appreciate this so much. I have no one in my life who can show me any of this stuff, but with videos like this I can do simple jobs and gain confidence in my ability to work on cars. Basically life changing. Thank you!
We really appreciate these content creators. Sharing their knowledge without asking for a cent is awesome! Keep up the great work
Dude great job! This is one of the nicest EXPLAINATION videos with details out there. Most people say they are going to show you "how to do" but they are not usually thorough in showing as well as mentioning major and minor details. I salute you on your work my friend and look forward to seeing more videos. I am attempting to do my father-laws struts and eventually I gotta change a Lexus rx300 struts. This video gave me a great understanding of what to do and how to thoroughly and correctly do this job.
Bro ur amazing i bought mine of Amazon $140 did it my self in my garage watching ur video.. My mechanic was charging me $340 for the job...
Your mechanic was charging you too little.
I was just quoted $379.00 plus tax and labour on each strut/shock.
@@darlenewesley3617 Dang that's more than what I paid for my car for all four brakes LOL. The crappy part about this business is there are tons of people out here to literally rip the pants off people it's a durn shame.
@@automotiveperformancemobil4030 l know, wasn't that price ridiculous? I think he thought I was a dumb female,which is not the case.
Just replaced two front struts in my Hyundai Lantra,(for the first time). Feeling real good about myself, thanks for your help!
Glad I could help!
Are you from Australia?
Good job Jim. I find most people hate having struts replaced due to the huge price tag for the parts.
I installed new Monroe quick structs on the front of my 4x4 Chevy Trailblazer (110,000 miles), new upper A-frames, upper and lower ball joints. Rides like a new one now.
I know when you do the whole assembly it rides like a new car or truck.Thank you for your input.
Thank you Jim! I purchased front struts for my Hyundai Accent which were seriously bad - and wow! Big difference! I'll replace the rear struts eventually because of a slight bounce there as well. The front ones I had a mechanic do because I didn't have the tools. But for the rear, I'm getting my own tools and do it myself. You made this almost foolproof. Yu da man!
I made a big expensive mistake by having someone else do it! Amazing!
Excellent video! Very impressive! Going to try and replace them on my vehicle now.
Hi Jim - Thank you for the video. My 2002 Hyundai Accent has 248,000 miles, with the original rear struts, and I'm going to replace them this week. Thanks for the video - you make it look very easy... Take Care...
Great I'm happy to help.If you need any advice once you start just ask.
Hi Jim - Last night I tried to replace the drivers side assembly, and there were two major problems: the first was removing the molding from around the three bolts at the top. There were actually three panels that covered nearly the entire side of the car that had to be removed, along with the (breakable) plastic screws. Not damaging the panels proved to be very difficult. Since the car has seen a lot of visual abuse over the years, (some of the plastic disintegrated in my hands) I wasn't overly concerned, but it wouldn't have been called a professional job.
The second problem was that the top three screws were rusted to the point that there barely any facing on the nuts. I had to cut the side of the nut with a hacksaw (which caused additional damage to the plastic panels), then split the nut with a masonry chisel. Since my car has been in MN all its life, I was surprised to see this amount of rust so far from the ocean (i.e., salt).
After 1.5 hours, I had to quit due to the lack of sunlight, and didn't take out the first assembly yet. But I got the worst of it done, which was the rusted bolts.
You didn't mention the year or model of this Accent, was this a newer model? I have a 2002, Accent Hatchback - L
Your video was very helpful in learning what to expect (i.e., you made it look very easy... :) ). I'll let you know what happens...
Hi Chris,Yes rust can be very challenging to put it nicly.Lol The car in the video is a 2002 4 dr.Accent.Let me know how you do with the job and if you need any advice let me know.
Nice job Jim...another satisfied customer & doing all 4 struts it's like a new car ride.
For an old car it really had a nice ride after the struts were in.
Yes, nothing like a new set of struts to being back ride quality, maneuverability, and safety!!!
Oh yea the owner was very happy.Especially when I told the there was a special from Monroe buy 3 get 1 free.
jimthecarguy Yep Shocktober
Jim does an excellent job of show and tell. I now know I can install the struts and save $350 from the quoted price. Thank you.
Clyde Massaro Glad it worked out. I appreciate you watching my videos.
I am adding a new comment as opposed to replying to my own, because I want it to be seen. As you probably already figured out, the strut was broken. After comparing it to the new strut, I found the spring had shifted in the top plate, which was why it was expanding. So I apologize for questioning you, but I will say to all listening, if your know the strut is broken, be ready! You may even want to consider paying someone. I was able to get the compressor on it because I was changing the cv axle, so I had everything out of the way. If you are going by these instructions, you will not have room to get the compressors in there. The new strut went in exactly per the video, thanks Jim!
excellent video ,your information is right on, just finished my front brakes today, could not have gotten those rotors off without your guidence, from your other videos
Thank you for stopping by the shop and you feedback
Ordering my struts tomorrow! Thanks man!
Any time!
Excellent video. Thank you. Need to do this to a friend's car.
the car doctor did the same repair today that's funny, enjoy your videos and have a good day
Wow that funny we both did the same video. Tim in Alaska and me in NJ Great minds think the sameLol
I find that those 17mm bolts come out easier if you lift up on the drum assembly, thus taking the tension off. Thx for the video
Thank you for stopping by the shop
Do i need a lift to do this or can I just lift the wheel with a jack and stand set up?
Thank you. Doing this job myself is saving us $1000. No kidding Monroe struts from RockAuto with $80 rebate. NTB wanted $1300 for the entire job.
Great I'm happy to help.Thank you for watching.
It was my very first time ever doin a project like this I watched your video and followed it and all your tips too I would like to Thank you so much for this video you saved me and my daughters car lot of money by
I'm happy to help thanks for watching great job
Very nice work Jim. With all four struts replaced, that car should ride pretty good now. Take care...
Your right the owner thought they had a new car.Lol
Quick struts are a great idea. Nice job Jim
Yes and the owner was very happy
The quick strut assembly only costs about $35 more than the bare strut on my Nissan Murano but the strut assembly costs $100 more than the bare strut on my Hyundai Santa Fe. I really do like the quick struts and I didn't have to mess with that spring compressor. I can see why mechanics like them so much.
Never knew what struts were until I saw this video .... And I've been driving for 15 years 😆😂 man you're the Goat 👍🏽
Thank you for stopping by the shop
Great video, good and accurate information!
Best of all, solid camera work... good composition, exposure, etc!
Peter Santini Thank you for stopping by the shop and your kind words
Great vids Jim! Very clear instructions and clear video
thank you for your clear explanation on how to do struts all around on the Accent. Might I ask you this. I have a 2014 Accent GL. How different from your procedure here is the method for doing this on my car? I have a hatchback 4 door model. Any help will be appreciated sir. I thank you for an excellent instructional aid.
Very good mechanic wish you were in Australia Jim happy safe new year to you and family.
I'd hit those bolts with some PB Blaster , then use the punch and tap them out. Thanks for posting the video !
"Get yourself a cuppa Kwarfee!."
Excellent video tutorial, very well done! Thank you :)
EXCELLENT VIDEO
Thank you for this video it was a life saver
Great video, especially if you haven't done it before. Should save me $200 at the mechanic
Hey great video. I am looking forward to doing all four of mine next week. I was curious about what brand you used? I am guessing it was a Napa product but would you be willing to share that info? Thank you
Actually I do like the Monroe products
Thank you , very helpful video , I can see you are knowledgeable repairman .
Thank you for stopping by the shop.
you're an amazing teacher
Excellent video and very informative, thanks!
very well explained ! thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Are the Spectrum you used here a good brand? Are there some other ones you've found you like better?
great video
Thankyou for the excellent tutorials.....
you could list the links of the parts you used for the repair, and add some $$ with the suppliers
you refer us to .....
Thanks
Great video. I'll need to do similar to my 2008 Honda Accord coupe
Are there other front end parts that should be replaced along with these if the front end rattles going over bumps like a drawer full of silverware?
Struggling to find those quick struts for my 1998 Hyundai Excel /Accent. Located in Australia
very good aqnd informative video thank you
Thank you for stopping by the shop
really good video !
Thanks for the visit
Thanks for your help. But I have a question, Why my car still making noise in a bump
From my vast experience of watching many UA-cam videos it could be that you have some worn out bushings or ball joints causing things to play/move and therefore you're still hearing those noises. I think Jim has another video on this if you're still having the problem (and haven't fixed it).
Thanks for the video very comprehensive. I am about to do the same replacement, I’m wondering what the torque specs were for the bolts?
Me too
Well done video Sir!
Hey Jim, does whether or not your 2013 Accent has struts or reg shocks on the rear depend on the particular model? I have a GLS that uses reg shocks on the rear and has 4 wheel discs as well. Thanks for the great videos!!
Thank you so much for the video
I'm happy to help.Thanks for watching.
The rear wheel on that side you showed working on gave me so much of a headache, that bottom knuckle bolt just would NOT come back, had to wait a day and come back at it with a propane torch just to get it out.
Thanks for watching.
You're a blessing!!
Thank you for stopping by the shop
Is it necessary to replace the two shock absorbers together, even if the other is in good condition? Knowing that the car has traveled 100,000 miles
I would recommend that you replace them in sets of two.
Does the 2016 Hyundai Accent have struts on the rear as well?
idk if he mentioned it but what are the torque specs for the front struts? I'm changing mine tomorrow and cant find them
Yes I’m looking for that info now. Google has been no help
Thank you very much Jim!
Thank you for stopping by.
Good video!
I may have missed it but were those the original struts in the car? I saw some comments below about the improved ride. I bet it was a noticeable improvement.
Hi Wyatt yes they were original . The owner could not believe that not only did it ride better but the car was at least two inches higher
Hi, i am changing the front struts on a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, that i purchased for my son. I am wondering if you recommend changing front and back at the same time the car has 147k miles. Do you also have a recommendation on brand of replacement quick struts, that have worked well for you.
Thanks for the great video, Jim
Hi Jim, With that many miles it is a good idea to replace all struts at the same time. The struts I have used for over 40 years is the Monroe . Let me know how you do.Thank you for watching . I'm happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.
what is a good brand of part to use & how much per strut should it be? Thanks.
That looks like the rock auto kit, did the front struts come with new lock nuts or did you buy them separate? I'm thinking of getting that for my 2007 accent at around 200,000 km or so.
thank you
Good video Mr. Jim. Rusty bearing plate and rear drum. What part of the country are u in? I live in Denver, Colorado and my 97 f150 does not have that much rust, and watch out for spiders when u get vehicles with spider webs.
I'm in New Jersey.Rust and spiders are a big problem .Lol. Thank you for your input.
Hi Jim, nice video would this be the same for a 2009 Tucson
Hello great video! One question do you recommend a alinement after replacing struts ? Thank you
Yes, absolutely
Where are you from? I like your accent. Great video! I have that same car. I like to work on it myself. Your videos are very helpful.
My shop is in Bayonne New Jersey. Thank you for watching. Watch for the next free tool giveaway coming soon.
Jim I have a 1999 Hyundai tiburon would i follow the same video for replacing the struts as you showed for the Accent?
Yes it will be almost the exact sameThanks for watching.
@@jimthecarguy thank yoi
Suggestion: can you put the year of the vehicle you’re working on in the title or say it in the beginning of the video?
Thanks for watching! Will do
Great video. Very helpful. What year is this accent?
It is a 2002 but very low milage
Great video! ... Thank you.
Thank you for stopping by the shop and you feedback
Hey Jim is the Elantra the same
Wheel is hanging freely correct?
Thank you jim. do you prefer matco tools or snap on tools?
I do like the Snap on much better than the Matco
good tips there, thanks
Michael Stewart Glad to help.
So why don't you bother mentioning that the old strut springs will start to expand immediately, and if you do not hurry, the strut pushes down on the axle? I actually got bit on your video about changing the drivers side axle because the strut immediately started expanding. I had to borrow McPherson spring compressors and compress it enough remove it. Now I am stuck replacing the strut. I hope that the new strut assembly comes compressed to where it will fit in per your video. I am a little skeptical to be honest.
Can the same quick strut be used for all 4 Struts? If not what model numbers do I used for the front, and what model number do I use for the back?
Great video! would this procedure be the same for a 2011 accent?
Yes it is the same.Thank you for stopping by the shop
The bolts and nuts on the rear struts aren't coming out I've snapped one already trying to get the nut off. I heated it up and tried penetrating fluid. Wtf how did you get them out so easy
Good job Jim !
Thank you for watching
Do you need to torque the bolts to certain spec? or the impact is fine? Thanks!
The impact is fine
Here is an example of how bad mechanics will rip you off. I redid my front suspension 3 years ago myself with 1a auto parts (trq struts). My car is a beater and I don't try to put the best parts in it or anything like that. I have a very loud creaking from the front passenger strut area and couldnt pinpoint the component. I took it in and paid $25 for the suspension evaluation at pep boys. They said it was the strut mount (bearing) and also a driver side outer tie rod was bad. They quoted me $1340 to fix it !!!!! LMFAO! So, i called 1a and they said my parts were under warranty and sent me out a new strut and new tie rod no charge! The strut is a $130 part and the tie rod anywhere from $40-60 if I was to buy them new again.
will the bad struts cause the car to shake in the front
Most of the time no.Did you check the tires, rims and balancing ?
Great video! Thanks a bunch! Saving me gads of cash
Is the replacement going to be the same on a Hyundai sonata?
Yes it will be. Thank you for watching . I'm happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.
Ohhhh my God!!!! Look the "RUSTY CONDITION" of those rear brake drums..waoooo!!!Apparently In USA its a common issue!
Oh yes it is a big problem in theUSA
Not so much a problem in the Southern States. Salts and chemicals are not used to melt ice and snow on roads. For the most part, undercarriage of southern cars look great.
Sadly not in N.J. .The rust is the worst part of the job.Thank you for your input and for watching
No road salt down in TX so I never see this much rust.
I recently replaced the front rotors and pads on my daughter's 6-year-old Honda Civic Coupe. I was ready for rusty parts...like the ones that I'd seen on these videos, but to my surprise...with the vehicle being driven exclusively in North Carolina...almost no rust. When I went to remove the rotor screws, they looked like the day they were put in at the factory. What a difference between cars here and the snow belt cars.
Thanks for the video...much appreciated.
What happen if the axle come out of the transmission
Thanks
nice video,
thank you very much,
and what town of ny?
long branch nj?
Thank you for stopping by the shop and you feedback. My shop is in Bayonne New Jersey
Those rusty brakes look like they are from NJ, I'm form there also.@@jimthecarguy
@@romeaurelius8515 Hahaha rust is the only thing holding some of the cars together.
Where can i get those same struts
You can get them from any big auto stores or online. Thanks for watching
@@jimthecarguy thank hoy o found them... :-)
Same for 98 accent?
Can I use any socks on a Y2k hundai accent
The ones that I use are Monroe.
I just changed my struts on a 2002 hyundai elantra GLS ( rear struts) now i have no brakes ? Whats is going on ?!?!
She should ride like a new one now
my mom has a Hyundai Accent 2001 model..
that's incredible.
Thankyou for your comment.
Some videos suck they dont tell you nothing oe show nothing !
Damn I'm surprised mechanics aren't getting tetanus shots more often! Cringed hard when I saw all that rust!
Nothing worse than havin ur teeth rattling around in ur head!