I never comment on videos, but I have to compliment you on how simple, fast, and complete this video is. You have good lighting, clear audio, and explain everything well. Subscribed.
Thank you so much! I take pride in my videos and I take extra time to edit and make sure everything is clear and easy to understand. Seeing comments like this definitely motivate me to keep improving so that I can help more people.
Same here, not too often I see such a high quality instructional video much less for my specific car. This video makes me feel confident about doing this repair as a beginner.
This is the best video on removing a front strut/coil assembly for those of us who do not have easy access to impact wrench. Easy to follow steps, clearly explained. Well shot video. Kudos!
Very well done video. This is such a common problem with Gen 7 and 8 Malibus. As others have commented, I especially liked the fact you used all hand tools. Most of us don't have shop air and $1,000 in air tools like a lot of these videos rely on. Thank you for making and posting this video.
Thank you! I never even thought about the tools until someone commented about it. Since then, I make sure to use mostly hand tools in my videos because I know that’s what most of us have at home. 👍🏽
When replacing the struck don’t you have to get new control arms to with sway bars ? Asking for myself lmao I done brought the whole kit problems don’t even need it Just the struck
Thanks Wimberly. We watched this video before attempting to replace the struts on a 2010 Chevy Malibu. You showed us exactly the problems we would face and how to overcome them. We watched other videos that didn’t even address this. Your video was awesome and we breezed through the job. We would have been stumped on the spinning stabilizer bolt and the crow bar alignment. “Dude”, Two thumbs up! Thanks again.
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! I really appreciate the positive feedback. I wasn’t going to do this video because there are already several out there. But I thought it might still help someone so I did it. I like to make my videos as clear as possible and I try to show all the steps! I’m glad this video helped you out!!!!
I've watched at least 10 different video and this one was the most helpful. Because of how you showed everything step by step I went in confidentiality and was able to do this job. Keep up the good work and thank you.
Hey man, thank you so much for this tutorial. I appreciate the amount of detail that went into a short video. I am going to go and replace my front Struts on my Chevy Malibu 2012.
Great Video Mr Wimberley! I used this video to replace the front struts on a 2009 Malibu with 140,000 miles. I also replaced the sway bar end links as the rubber boots on both them had cracked exposing the ball joint. A couple of things I found while doing the job: 1) I used a small fold stool to sit/squat on as it makes it easy to work in there. 2) I bought an 18mm spanner to get the original (plastic formed) sway bar end links off and a Torx bit (T40 I believe?) 3) Initially I used a dead blow hammer to get the 2 knuckle bolts out but that did not work, the force was absorbed and the bolts did not move. Per the video use a solid hammer, when I did they came out a few mm's on each blow. 4) I measured the fender height at 27.5 inches prior to removing the old struts. After a months, the new ones have settled at 28.5 inches. You do not notice it driving but the car does "appear" to look more level now in the driveway. 5) I used ACDelco Sway Bar Links (from amazon) and Duralast Struts from Autozone (been happy with Autozone over the years as they have amazing service if any issues that I cannot complain about and quality parts so far). Total about $300 in parts. 6) Make sure the Sway Bar End link nuts are on tight. Initially on the passenger side lower nut (it faces toward the engine) I didn't quite get it super tight (new sway bar links use a 6mm allen key and a 3/4 spanner) and it clunked during any sway. At first I thought I got bad struts and made a video and showed it to autozone who said yank it off and bring it in and we will replace them with new ones, but then I got under the car while the wife swayed it from side to side then I could see the bottom of the link jiggling and making noise. Tightened it up and its good as new! No car payments for a few years now, and a good running car hopefully for many more years to come, thanks for the great video that saves us DIY'ers good money in the long run and gives us a chance to add another notch to our "man" cards! FYI, I also replaced my rear shock absorbers as well (no springs, just the shocks) but that is from another video on youtube.
Thanks for the feedback! I'm glad you found the video helpful! I did eventually buy an 18mm wrench. Many of the cars I work on call for an 18mm wrench. The Malibu I worked on in the video had about 160,000 miles on it at the time and it's still going! These cars will last if you look after them and stay on top of the repairs. It looks like that's exactly what you're doing! Keep saving money and adding notches my friend!
Thanks Mr Wimberley, one other thing I forgot to mention above (tip from a ChrisFix video), to remove the sway bar end links i did the following: 1) Loosen the big nut that holds it onto the strut (in my case it was an 18mm and a torx bit on a small ratchet) 2) Jack up the strut from the wheel knuckle until it is at the correct height that the sway bar end link jiggles where you loosened the nut. 3) Now there is no Pressure on the Sway Bar end link and you can now undo the big nut and remove the sway bar end link by hand. I did the same to put it back onto the strut, this worked easily.
This is literally the best video I've found for this... straight too the point all hand tools and no bs. Thank you very much I'll be changing mine this evening!
I got my daughter a Chevy Malibu and it will need these changed out. Appreciate the video you made on this it's been fairly easy to follow along with this whole process.
great video! clear instructions! I have to do this on my daughters car in the next couple of weeks, this video will save me much frustration. thanks for putting it together.
Great video. You may find that if both front wheels of the vehicle are lifted off the floor, the stabilizer link will go into place without needing a pry bar.
This video is great! I especially like how you used all hand tools to do this. It really gives me confidence in doing this on my Malibu this Fall. Thanks!!
You made this look easy. I need to replace the struts on my 2014 impala. I priced them at a mechanic today. Over $1500 to replace all 4. I know I can do it myself now for probably $500 or less for parts. Thanks for showing and explaining what you did so clearly
Vice grips can be your best friend. My 2011 didn't have an 8mm bolt on it I had to put the vice grips on the back of the bolt... but great video thanks!!!!
Hey homie excellent video and information as well. I'm having trouble with my 2012 Chevy Malibu and I needed to know how to fix it was this video will help me with the job, again thanks
Great work very helpful and straight to the point I own a 2011 Chevy Malibu. Pervious owner seriously neglected it. Found your video extremely helpful thank you and I hope to see more videos on the Chevy Malibu
Super cool... Thanks man. I did it easily with this. I used the wheel jack wrench to take off the nuts. It works... 😆 didn't have that wrench. Thanks again... 😁👍
Very nice and helpful tutorial. If you're having trouble aligning the sway bar link with the mounting hole on the strut, it may be because you only have one wheel jacked up, with a lot of vehicle weight on the opposite wheel. Consider jacking up the other side of the car also. This will get the bolt and the hole much closer and you won't have to pry nearly so much.
Question so I took my car to the Chevy delership I have a 2010 chevy Malibu so I kept getting flats every Sunday so the diagnostic read I needed struck assembly work done wheel bearing etc which one was causing me to keep getting the flats like that every Sunday either or would go out if it was the left then it would be the right
I have a video on how to do the sway bar end links on this Malibu. Make sure you check it out on my channel. I know exactly what you’re talking about. I was able to use a socket and ratchet at the bottom, but I could only turn it a tiny bit at a time. It will work, you just have to be patient and loosen it little by little. You may also need to buy a socket that you can use on the torx bit.
Is a front wheel alignment necessary after this job? I don't think so because it doesn't look like cam bolts are used in mounting the struts. I just wanted to make sure though.
In my opinion, no on this particular vehicle. The outer tie rods were not moved or adjusted at all. However, there are many people who feel that anytime any suspension work is done, an alignment should be performed. I didn’t get one after doing this job though.
I didn’t touch the outer tie rods ends, so I didn’t get an alignment. After installing the shocks, the steering was still straight. However, it is recommended to get an alignment whenever you work on the suspension or steering components. If you want to be on the safe side, get an alignment and definitely get one if the steering pulls to one side after changing the shocks.
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! You’re welcome! I’m glad this video helped! Be sure to check out the other videos on my channel. I have several where I do work on the Malibu.
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! I really appreciate the feedback. I’m always happy to hear that these videos are helping!
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped! The struts were fine after I installed them. We didn’t keep the car too much longer after, so I can’t give a long term update.
@WorkingWithWimberley ok thanks alot. I'm looking to replace my front struts on a budget but don't want something that will make my car sit up higher than the original height. I am looking at some Detroit Struts.
I’m sure the process is similar, but based on what I’ve seen online, the 2013 and newer models use a different strut so it won’t be exactly the same. It will be different.
Your video was awesome Steve! I have a 2009 Chevy Malibu and I hear a clunking noise from the left front wheel at low speeds in the parking lots all the time. Not sure if I should replace the strut or maybe the end link. Any thoughts....
Levi Danoski Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe! I did not have to get an alignment after this. I didn’t remove or adjust any of the tie rod ends while replacing the strut. If I had moved or removed the tie rods, I would have needed an alignment.
liked and subscribed! My shop just quoted me $1700 for this. I think I can do it for much less with your video as a guide. When I am finished replacing the front struts will I need to have an alignment done? If yes will I be able to drive the malibu 21 miles to the shop for alignment or will I need to rent a car hauler to tow it there?
Thank you! Yes, it’s recommended to get an alignment after suspension work. I didn’t adjust the tie rod ends at all when doing the struts. The steering should pretty much stay the same allowing you to drive it to an alignment shop. I would test drive it around the block. If the steering is way off, don’t drive to the shop.
How can i message you if i have other questions? I have a problem with my door locks. It will only locks &&- unlocks using key fob. Buttons doesnt work. All (fuse) is fine, i change the door locks on both sides &&- still doesnt have power .. i ended up returning the parts ... please help me .. i couldn't tell whats wrong with it
You can just comment on the video. I’m a small UA-camr and I read and respond to all the comments. If people ask questions, I try to help. I don’t always have the answer, but I’ll try.
Your amazing ! I did my workingwithwimberly struts 😁💪💪 i also replace my sway bar link 💪💪 i just need alignment now cz it feels wobbly &&- moving to the right. &&- as far as the wiring , i aint gonna mess with it LOL . Imma just leave it at that for now LOL
Hey I changed my strut on my 09 Malibu,and my front end sits up a lot higher then normal.. maybe it’s cuz I got them off line from A1 Auto,and they are not the OEM
It's actually common for a vehicle to sit higher after installing new struts, springs or shocks. The new components need time to "settle" to the correct ride height. I can't say how long that will take. It varies based on the part and vehicle. I hope this helps!
I never comment on videos, but I have to compliment you on how simple, fast, and complete this video is. You have good lighting, clear audio, and explain everything well. Subscribed.
Thank you so much! I take pride in my videos and I take extra time to edit and make sure everything is clear and easy to understand. Seeing comments like this definitely motivate me to keep improving so that I can help more people.
Same here, not too often I see such a high quality instructional video much less for my specific car. This video makes me feel confident about doing this repair as a beginner.
YES! I agree!
Very well done! I'm doing this repair in a couple of weeks. THANKS
He even put the steps and tools needed in the description!
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This is the best video on removing a front strut/coil assembly for those of us who do not have easy access to impact wrench. Easy to follow steps, clearly explained. Well shot video. Kudos!
Thanks so much! I appreciate that!
Just to echo the last comment, I never comment either. However, this is the perfect format for a DIY video!!! Wimberley you rock!
Thank you very much! I’m still making videos and I try my best to make them quick and easy to follow. I appreciate the support!
Very well done video. This is such a common problem with Gen 7 and 8 Malibus. As others have commented, I especially liked the fact you used all hand tools. Most of us don't have shop air and $1,000 in air tools like a lot of these videos rely on. Thank you for making and posting this video.
Thank you! I never even thought about the tools until someone commented about it. Since then, I make sure to use mostly hand tools in my videos because I know that’s what most of us have at home. 👍🏽
Step by step without missing a damn thing that's badass. Thank you for an awesome video brother!!!
You’re welcome! I try to keep these clear and straight to the point without skipping steps! Don’t forget to subscribe if you found this video helpful!
I’m a mechanic and you did a very good job. Your video covered everything and you gave a ton of info. Very well done.
Thank you! I appreciate that. I’m glad the video helped!
When replacing the struck don’t you have to get new control arms to with sway bars ? Asking for myself lmao I done brought the whole kit problems don’t even need it
Just the struck
Just bought new struts for my 11 malibu, its gonna cost me about $100 to get it fixed, but probably gonna save that thanks to you brotha!!
Thanks! I’m glad the video helped! It’s not a hard job, it’s just a bit time consuming.
One of the best auto vids I've seen
Thanks! I definitely appreciate that!
AGREE. Very nice video sir.
Thank you!
Nice, clear video with excellent step-by-step intructions for those of us who lack an impact wrench. Great job, amn. Thanks!
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finally a video on how to do it with parts id actually have and not hundreds of dollars worth of fancy tools
@@zimsss991 Thanks! I just have regular tools like most people working at home.
A fine explanation of how to ,thanks
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I just got a quote for $1000 to do this job but this video is gna save me that because I’m gonna do it myself! Thanks!
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Appreciate you calling on the bolt sizes! Great video!
Thank you! I try to include the details in all the videos. 👍🏽
I'm gonna do that on my own in a few days I took notes 📝 thank you so much these notes gonna help me save money 💰
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped! It’s not that hard. You definitely can do it!
Thanks Wimberly. We watched this video before attempting to replace the struts on a 2010 Chevy Malibu. You showed us exactly the problems we would face and how to overcome them. We watched other videos that didn’t even address this. Your video was awesome and we breezed through the job. We would have been stumped on the spinning stabilizer bolt and the crow bar alignment. “Dude”, Two thumbs up! Thanks again.
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! I really appreciate the positive feedback. I wasn’t going to do this video because there are already several out there. But I thought it might still help someone so I did it. I like to make my videos as clear as possible and I try to show all the steps! I’m glad this video helped you out!!!!
I've watched at least 10 different video and this one was the most helpful. Because of how you showed everything step by step I went in confidentiality and was able to do this job. Keep up the good work and thank you.
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped!
Hey man, thank you so much for this tutorial. I appreciate the amount of detail that went into a short video. I am going to go and replace my front Struts on my Chevy Malibu 2012.
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped!
Great job, man! have a bad back, so can you come over and replace my struts for me?
Great Video Mr Wimberley!
I used this video to replace the front struts on a 2009 Malibu with 140,000 miles. I also replaced the sway bar end links as the rubber boots on both them had cracked exposing the ball joint.
A couple of things I found while doing the job:
1) I used a small fold stool to sit/squat on as it makes it easy to work in there.
2) I bought an 18mm spanner to get the original (plastic formed) sway bar end links off and a Torx bit (T40 I believe?)
3) Initially I used a dead blow hammer to get the 2 knuckle bolts out but that did not work, the force was absorbed and the bolts did not move. Per the video use a solid hammer, when I did they came out a few mm's on each blow.
4) I measured the fender height at 27.5 inches prior to removing the old struts. After a months, the new ones have settled at 28.5 inches. You do not notice it driving but the car does "appear" to look more level now in the driveway.
5) I used ACDelco Sway Bar Links (from amazon) and Duralast Struts from Autozone (been happy with Autozone over the years as they have amazing service if any issues that I cannot complain about and quality parts so far). Total about $300 in parts.
6) Make sure the Sway Bar End link nuts are on tight. Initially on the passenger side lower nut (it faces toward the engine) I didn't quite get it super tight (new sway bar links use a 6mm allen key and a 3/4 spanner) and it clunked during any sway. At first I thought I got bad struts and made a video and showed it to autozone who said yank it off and bring it in and we will replace them with new ones, but then I got under the car while the wife swayed it from side to side then I could see the bottom of the link jiggling and making noise. Tightened it up and its good as new!
No car payments for a few years now, and a good running car hopefully for many more years to come, thanks for the great video that saves us DIY'ers good money in the long run and gives us a chance to add another notch to our "man" cards!
FYI, I also replaced my rear shock absorbers as well (no springs, just the shocks) but that is from another video on youtube.
Thanks for the feedback! I'm glad you found the video helpful! I did eventually buy an 18mm wrench. Many of the cars I work on call for an 18mm wrench. The Malibu I worked on in the video had about 160,000 miles on it at the time and it's still going! These cars will last if you look after them and stay on top of the repairs. It looks like that's exactly what you're doing! Keep saving money and adding notches my friend!
Thanks Mr Wimberley, one other thing I forgot to mention above (tip from a ChrisFix video), to remove the sway bar end links i did the following:
1) Loosen the big nut that holds it onto the strut (in my case it was an 18mm and a torx bit on a small ratchet)
2) Jack up the strut from the wheel knuckle until it is at the correct height that the sway bar end link jiggles where you loosened the nut.
3) Now there is no Pressure on the Sway Bar end link and you can now undo the big nut and remove the sway bar end link by hand.
I did the same to put it back onto the strut, this worked easily.
Ok great! Thanks for the tip. I watch ChrisFix videos as well. He’s really good.
Thanks to your video I changed mine today by myself. I definitely appreciate how detailed you make you videos
Thank you! I’m glad the video helped! I try to make these videos straight to the point and easy to understand.
This is literally the best video I've found for this... straight too the point all hand tools and no bs. Thank you very much I'll be changing mine this evening!
You’re welcome! That’s my thing. Straight to the point. Exactly what you need to know without any long drawn out useless stories! 😂😂😂
I got my daughter a Chevy Malibu and it will need these changed out. Appreciate the video you made on this it's been fairly easy to follow along with this whole process.
That’s awesome! I’m glad the video helped!
I need to do this on our Malibu soon. This looks very straightforward. Thank you.
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Great video. I saw one where he twisted the top cap to match the old one side by side.
Thanks! I’m sure that helped a bit.
Thanks Wimberly. You made my life easier.
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great video! clear instructions! I have to do this on my daughters car in the next couple of weeks, this video will save me much frustration. thanks for putting it together.
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Great video. You may find that if both front wheels of the vehicle are lifted off the floor, the stabilizer link will go into place without needing a pry bar.
Thanks for the tip! And thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven't already!
This video is great! I especially like how you used all hand tools to do this. It really gives me confidence in doing this on my Malibu this Fall. Thanks!!
Looks like a hour (and $200 in garage savings) job. Thank Wimberley!
You’re welcome! This job isn’t that hard to do. 👍🏽
Great video- you have covered everything I need to do my job.
Thank you! I’m glad the video helped!
Thank you for saving us money ! We will do it ourselves
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Thanks! Just replaced both front struts on my 09 LTZ and it went very easy thanks to this video.
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Good Work🔥🔥🔥
Thanks!
Very well explained and good job with the camera angles. I'm doing this job this morning and your video helped me understand what I was getting into!
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Appreciate the vid.... Thanks for actually going thru every step and not just skipping and saying what u did
You’re welcome! I try to make these videos the way I would like to view them!!! Glad the video helped!
You made this look easy. I need to replace the struts on my 2014 impala. I priced them at a mechanic today. Over $1500 to replace all 4.
I know I can do it myself now for probably $500 or less for parts.
Thanks for showing and explaining what you did so clearly
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Excellent informative how to guide. Simple, clear, and concise. Thank you.
You’re welcome! I definitely try to keep these videos clear and straight to the point. 👍🏽👌🏽
GREAT INSTRUCTIONS!! THANK YOU!
Thanks for watching! I’m glad the video helped!
In the process of bringing an 08 LTZ back from neglect..This will be extremely useful.. Thanks Bro!
No problem! I’m glad the video helped. I have a few more videos on the Malibu so be sure to look through my channel!
Vice grips can be your best friend. My 2011 didn't have an 8mm bolt on it I had to put the vice grips on the back of the bolt... but great video thanks!!!!
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Thank you for sharing this. I need this done to my car.
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Hey homie excellent video and information as well. I'm having trouble with my 2012 Chevy Malibu and I needed to know how to fix it was this video will help me with the job, again thanks
You’re very welcome! Thanks for watching and I’m glad you found the video helpful!
Great work very helpful and straight to the point I own a 2011 Chevy Malibu. Pervious owner seriously neglected it. Found your video extremely helpful thank you and I hope to see more videos on the Chevy Malibu
Thanks! I’m glad the video helped! I have several Malibu videos already on my channel so definitely look through my videos.
Exactly what I needed. Thank you Wimberly.
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! I’m glad this video helped you out!
Well my man, now i can order struts for the 1st time. Looks easier than i thought.
It’s not that difficult. Just take your time. Especially if you have rusty nuts and bolts. You may need to let them soak in WD40 first.
Awesome video; love your style. Thank you. To remove the top sway bar link nut on my 2011 required a Torx T35 socket.
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Super cool... Thanks man. I did it easily with this. I used the wheel jack wrench to take off the nuts. It works... 😆 didn't have that wrench. Thanks again... 😁👍
As long as you got it done! I’m glad the video helped!
I’m about to do this soon myself. You did an awesome job on instructions. Makes me feel confident I can do it now.
Awesome! It’s not that hard, you can definitely do it!
Mr Wimberly that was so good I have a 2015 malabu that will need struts thank you goof job
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@@WorkingWithWimberley thank you brother its Garcia from Dallas Texas
Excellent video and extremely descriptive. I plan on doing this to mine soon, this video will be a huge help. Thank you!
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Not a lot of unecessary talking ,strait to the point.Good job Soldier!
Thanks so much! Very much appreciated! 🙌🏽
Great job mate.
Thank you! I’m glad you found this video helpful!
Detailed and covered everything! Thank you for the great video.👍👍
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Very nice and helpful tutorial. If you're having trouble aligning the sway bar link with the mounting hole on the strut, it may be because you only have one wheel jacked up, with a lot of vehicle weight on the opposite wheel. Consider jacking up the other side of the car also. This will get the bolt and the hole much closer and you won't have to pry nearly so much.
Great tip! I actually do that now when I do end links.
Straight to the point and super helpful! Thank you so much!
You’re welcome! I definitely try to keep my videos quick and to the point. 👍🏽
great video, very clear spoken and showed the process of the job in great detail. You should do more, thanks for the help god bless
Thank you! I actually release a new how-to video every Friday. So I’m definitely trying to do more!
Very good! Very helpful!
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Question so I took my car to the Chevy delership I have a 2010 chevy Malibu so I kept getting flats every Sunday so the diagnostic read I needed struck assembly work done wheel bearing etc which one was causing me to keep getting the flats like that every Sunday either or would go out if it was the left then it would be the right
I’ve never heard of worn suspension parts causing flats. They can definitely cause excessive tire wear though.
great video. do you need a front end alignment after replacing? thanks
It is best to get an alignment anytime you do steering or suspension work.
@@WorkingWithWimberley thank you
Thanks for video, very simple
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This video is great! Keep it up!
Thank you! I certainly will! More videos are on the way!
Thank you! I just did this about 5 mins ago. The crowbar didn’t work for me, so I just raised the other side and it slide right into place.
You’re welcome! That’s awesome! I’m glad you figured out a way to get it done.
That was a perfect video my friend thanks
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Should you put a jack under rotor when removing old strut to relieve stress. on the axle?
Sure. It probably would help.
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Good job
thanks for showing us all
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My sway bar end links have the torque bits so i cant use a 8mm socket. The bottom by the control is pretty hard to get to any suggestions?
I have a video on how to do the sway bar end links on this Malibu. Make sure you check it out on my channel. I know exactly what you’re talking about. I was able to use a socket and ratchet at the bottom, but I could only turn it a tiny bit at a time. It will work, you just have to be patient and loosen it little by little. You may also need to buy a socket that you can use on the torx bit.
I just ran across this video, good video. I will be doing this within the next month. Any suggestion on what brand to use. I was thinking Detroit Axle
AC Delco would be my first choice, but Detroit Axle isn’t bad.
@@WorkingWithWimberleyOnce again appreciate the video, grabs some Monroe brand, will be doing this tomorrow
@@wilmoney4201 Awesome! No problem.
Thanks for the very descriptive tutorial video very helpful
Awesome! I’m glad the video was helpful!
Excellent vid. I’m gonna try it myself. Thanks
Great! It’s not that difficult. Just take your time and you should be fine.
Great video!
Thanks! I’m glad the video helped!
Good content bro, looks like a simple job. Good way to save money as well
It will definitely save you money by doing the job yourself! That’s what this channel is all about!
Good video!
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already!
Extra jack under control arm,, massive help
Thanks for the tip!
Thank you so much your video was so simple
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Is a front wheel alignment necessary after this job? I don't think so because it doesn't look like cam bolts are used in mounting the struts. I just wanted to make sure though.
In my opinion, no on this particular vehicle. The outer tie rods were not moved or adjusted at all. However, there are many people who feel that anytime any suspension work is done, an alignment should be performed. I didn’t get one after doing this job though.
Quality video instruction right there. Great job, and thanks!
You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and I’m glad the video helped!!!
u make it look easy
It’s not that hard if you have the right tools and some patience.
Comment....great video! Question.....is there a wheel re-alignment needed once completed or is this not disturbing the alignment?
I didn’t touch the outer tie rods ends, so I didn’t get an alignment. After installing the shocks, the steering was still straight. However, it is recommended to get an alignment whenever you work on the suspension or steering components. If you want to be on the safe side, get an alignment and definitely get one if the steering pulls to one side after changing the shocks.
Excellent video Brother thanks
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! You’re welcome! I’m glad this video helped! Be sure to check out the other videos on my channel. I have several where I do work on the Malibu.
Awesome video. Thank you
Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already! I really appreciate the feedback. I’m always happy to hear that these videos are helping!
I have a 2013 Chevy Malibu LS and need struts replaced. Did the Mostplus struts work for you. Thanks for the informative video.
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped! The struts were fine after I installed them. We didn’t keep the car too much longer after, so I can’t give a long term update.
@WorkingWithWimberley ok thanks alot. I'm looking to replace my front struts on a budget but don't want something that will make my car sit up higher than the original height. I am looking at some Detroit Struts.
Would it be same for a 2013 Malibu or it different ?
I’m sure the process is similar, but based on what I’ve seen online, the 2013 and newer models use a different strut so it won’t be exactly the same. It will be different.
What a great video!!!!👍👍👍👍👍
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Thank You now I can do mine.
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Awesome video, thanks!!
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Good job brother!👍 I appreciate you
You’re welcome! I’m glad the video helped. That’s my goal!
Thanks for the video
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Great video, keep it up!
Thanks! And awesome name lol!
Your video was awesome Steve! I have a 2009 Chevy Malibu and I hear a clunking noise from the left front wheel at low speeds in the parking lots all the time. Not sure if I should replace the strut or maybe the end link. Any thoughts....
I'd start with the sway bar end link.
Very easy to understand. 😅👍
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Thanks bro now I know thanks to u
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great video
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Good Job, Thanks, I have the tools to preform that fix on my girl car!
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Imm bout to do this tomorrow 😬💪
Awesome! I hope it goes well.
Definitely makes me want to buy the more expensive preloaded struts.
Why
Did you have to adjust the alignment after?
Levi Danoski Thanks for watching & be sure to subscribe! I did not have to get an alignment after this. I didn’t remove or adjust any of the tie rod ends while replacing the strut. If I had moved or removed the tie rods, I would have needed an alignment.
liked and subscribed! My shop just quoted me $1700 for this. I think I can do it for much less with your video as a guide. When I am finished replacing the front struts will I need to have an alignment done? If yes will I be able to drive the malibu 21 miles to the shop for alignment or will I need to rent a car hauler to tow it there?
Thank you! Yes, it’s recommended to get an alignment after suspension work. I didn’t adjust the tie rod ends at all when doing the struts. The steering should pretty much stay the same allowing you to drive it to an alignment shop. I would test drive it around the block. If the steering is way off, don’t drive to the shop.
Good job...
Thanks! This job isn’t hard, it just takes some time.
Thanks
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How can i message you if i have other questions? I have a problem with my door locks. It will only locks &&- unlocks using key fob. Buttons doesnt work. All (fuse) is fine, i change the door locks on both sides &&- still doesnt have power .. i ended up returning the parts ... please help me .. i couldn't tell whats wrong with it
You can just comment on the video. I’m a small UA-camr and I read and respond to all the comments. If people ask questions, I try to help. I don’t always have the answer, but I’ll try.
And to answer your lock question, I would see if there’s a disconnected connecter inside the drivers side door panel. That might be the issue.
Your amazing ! I did my workingwithwimberly struts 😁💪💪 i also replace my sway bar link 💪💪 i just need alignment now cz it feels wobbly &&- moving to the right. &&- as far as the wiring , i aint gonna mess with it LOL . Imma just leave it at that for now LOL
Thank u so much for your very helpful video 🙌🙌🙌
Thanks! I really appreciate that! As long as you were able to do the job, that’s all they counts. Awesome!
Hey I changed my strut on my 09 Malibu,and my front end sits up a lot higher then normal.. maybe it’s cuz I got them off line from A1 Auto,and they are not the OEM
It's actually common for a vehicle to sit higher after installing new struts, springs or shocks. The new components need time to "settle" to the correct ride height. I can't say how long that will take. It varies based on the part and vehicle. I hope this helps!
Great job you explain step-by-step how to and where to start to finish great Job thanks,you save me easy 300 bucks on labor