Thank you for doing this video. I watched it before replacing the struts on my 2008 Tacoma. Job went well. You saved me a lot of time and trouble by knowing what to to take loose. You are a huge help!
I LOVE this guy. He shows you how it REALLY goes when you're working on things you haven't done 101 times. There's great value here. You know, when for example you're doing the wife's lower ball joints or CV joints. It's been 5 maybe 10 yrs since you did them (where the heck did I put that puller anyway?) and you've never done them on this vehicle. Even if you find a youtube on it the first one still takes 90min or more. And the other takes 30. This guy shows you how it does go as opposed to most others who show how it should go, even when doing it "correctly." Seeing what can be missed or go wrong (and it will) saves me time. Very succinct and honest. Thanks man!
Raw and uncut. Thanks for the vid. Doing one today. I wouldn’t worry about those who think their shit don’t stink because obviously they probably never worked on a car before. IF PEOPLE ONLY KNEW THAT ONLY ABOUT 25-50% OF THE PEOPLE WORKING IN AUTOMOTIVE SHOPS AREN’T QUALIFIED TO BE THERE. That would be only one or two techs who actually know what they’re doing. Gotta do what you gotta do. Thanks again.
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. It's crazy how much you can learn on UA-cam now. I don't mean to be an ass but I strongly disagree about needing an alignment after changing front coilovers. I can guarantee it'll be off. Might not be out of speq every time but even if you mark the position of the lca adjuster, some part of your front end alignment will change. Plus, if you're at the point where you need to replace the strut, there's a good chance the new one will give a little lift. I don't know I'm probably wrong but I was taught it was important to get it aligned afterwards. Sorry for any negativity I appreciate what you do.
Thank you so much for your gift of mechanics, love your heart in what you do, GOD bless you and your family, keep sharing your gift, sincerly iam thankfully for your knowledge, a great doctor indeed you are
Thank you. This was the best video I found on strut assemblys. Gave me the confidence to do my own. Good note I saw in the comments about torqueing down the lower bolt on thd strut after you put the weight of the vehicle on it. Also glad to see you dont need to mess with the upper control arm like so many do.
Since you have to do a new alignment, it's easier if you separate the lower BJ from the LCA by removing the two bolts facing down. Then loosen the LCA cam bolts - mark the alignment adjusters to get it back into a ballpark figure. The LCA will then swing down easier when unbolting the strut assembly. By doing this, you don't have to remove the tie rod or sway bar. You also avoid potentially damaging the CV boot, as well as the brake shield.
Just finished on my second gen, was able to get it out with only removing the sway bar and it wasn't too bad. Somehow got the sway bar all wedged up and had to drop splash guard and two frame supports to get it back in place though. Cleared the cv boot easy, but lining up the bolt hole on the shock mount was hell on one of the sides.
Installing a complete assembly makes sense... time saver being the main reason. We've seen many cases where the stock spring looked good... only to break 2 years later.
Hey car doc, thanks for all the great videos I really enjoy them. One thing though, tightening the lower shock bolt before the suspension is compressed puts the bushing in a constant bind once the weight of the vehicle is back on the suspension. It'll probably be fine, but it's definitely harder on the bushing.
Jeremiah Price Seconded....Also I like to tighten the top studs with the vehicle on the ground...That way you're not pulling up the entire suspension on that corner when you're tightening the nuts...An alignment is always a good idea...
I cant believe I did that. I just did a Ford control arm and did that but really hadn't thought of that lower mounting bolt. Good call. I get the truck back for a misfire issue and will do that and hope no damage is done. Thanks for watching out for me!
im guilty of tightening bushings in the air back when i worked at a honda dealership until one day one of our 40yr veteran technicians saw me do it and asked me "how longs that bushing gonna last all twisted after u put that car down?" honestly, the thought never crossed my mind until that moment. To me, every day is a learning experience working on cars.
I watched the video and did mine on my 2006 Tacoma. Apparently with the high mileage on mine the old ones were rust welded in there. Had to disassemble them and cut the top mounting bolts and hit it with a chisel until the plate finally came loose. 6hrs.
In another video, they took the upper ball joint apart instead of the tie rod. What is easier to take apart? What is better in terms of the potential to screw something up?
How important is torque wrenching those nuts and bolts? Growing up in high school in the late 70's, while working on our hot rods we always used the dst rule ( dog shit tight ) I get it that you don't want to over tighten some items like oil pan or valve cover or timing cover in aluminum applications, but upper and lower strut mounts have a maximum torque spec?
TC Tennessee Yes sir they do. Every bolt in existence has a torque specification depending on size, grade and application. Yeah you can get away without using a torque wrench for a lot of things but it can turn into a really bad situation if something isn't torqued properly. I've seen lug nuts cross threaded and then over torqued which ended in a guys wheel flying off while driving because all the studs sheared simultaneously. Also, it's a pain in the ass when someone goes hulk hogan on something that was only supposed to get 20ft lbs
Just did mine yesterday.. top 3 nuts, bottom bolt.. out she came.. new ones went in as easy.. 20 minutes per side once the tire was off.. no need to disconnect swaybar links..
The strut he took out had a 1" spacer on the top. He didn't bother to put the spacer on the new strut before installing it. The vehicle's front end is going to be over an inch lower than before his installation. I'd never let this cowboy near my truck!
Personally I replaced the KYB struts and shocks on my 2003 Tacoma Prerunner with Monroes. This is the second time I've used KYBs on my vehicles and I don't like the extra stiff ride they cause. The Monroes provide a much more comfortable ride. I'm much older than you are!
I didn't know people could get any older than me...haha, It turns out we had put those KYB's on about six or seven years ago. They might not be all they are cracked up to be I guess. Thanks for the tip!
Don't get me wrong, they are a good shock but are a lot stiffer than original equipment type. Even my GF who is definitely not a gearhead type, noticed the difference recently when a shop replaced her front struts and rear shocks on her 4Runner.
9:10 lmao "oh crud!!" I love this guy I swear. My bad I commented to soon, then at 13:51 he slams the inexpensive snap-on torque wrench on the lift bay like nothing. You rewind me of my coworker man. Haha.. Cheers.
I just did everything you did without bending my backing plate. But I’m a not a professional. Just a weekend warrior. Thought I was gonna get expert advice, but no…..
I know, maybe I should have washed them down before giving back to the customer. Its actually a pretty clean truck and I wouldn't be surprised if the owner washes his struts off occasionally.
This looked pretty easy when the Car Doctor did it, so I thought I'd give it a shot. Things got ugly fast. All was well until I tried to pull the sway-bar bracket and one of the weld-nuts broke off inside my frame. I'm on day 2 just trying to fix that little mess and haven't even removed the 1st old strut yet.
I keep hoping someone will video front end work on GX470. I'm getting ready to do bushings, ball joints, shocks on one I just bought - signed tenderfoot...
Removing the struts I put spacers on, now my dang strut is still putting pressure and the bolt is stuck at an angle. Can't separate the lower control arm from the spindle. Not as easy as I thought it would be. Stuck now with no idea what to do.
Thanks for the reply. I tried to use a pry bar to compress the spring. I laughed at how I didn't even tickle it. I ended up taking jack and pushing the lower control arm up to relieve stress on the upper control arm. I then removed the the upper control arm bolt so the lower control arm could drop down enough to remove stress on the strut. This worked out great and the work was completed. Thank you for the video.
Its been a colder wetter summer and now its almost over. Keeps up like this it will probably be a long winter. But that's OK, I don't mind winter and im not too excited about hot sunny days...I cant sleep when it gets 75F in my room. Thanks for the visit
@@flathead1930 Was that comment meant to be satire? I wouldn't let a plumber work on my machines anymore then I would allow a mechanic to work on my plumbing. The tools for those trades are not typically interchangeable. In other words, keep your channel locks away from my vehicles.
@@mauser8515 how do you know that, all tools are interchangeable just ask tim he gets the job done, lots of us do it yourself guys do. I have used leather for gaskets and they worked great for years. If i was in a fox hole the car doctor would be a guy who could get the job done. a shovel is just as good as a bayonet in a pinch, and adjustable pliers are just as good as a wrench on a mud caked bolt. I would let the car doctor stitch me up on the bench so i could get back into the game. The shit boxes he works on ain`t easy. nothing is.
Customer comes back “now my front driver brakes are squeaking!” Wonder why 🤔 hahah. Nice video but definitely lacking a little bit of pro, finesse. I’ve never worked on an Alaska truck though so I can’t say I’ve been there.
well,he got the job done. bent the dust shield with the overuse of the hammer. in a way, he's kind of a hack. back yard satuday wrench guy. he does get stuff done, i presume. i would not go so fat to call him the car doctor.
Ya just have boring ole VW's that ya play with. Ya do have some nice winding roads that ya get to play Farfegnugen on, so sometimes ya get whatcha pay four4. Oops sorry Badgergnugen on.
Your the definition of a sledge hammer mechanic, the way I seen you beating on bolts and parts, while there under pressure I had to quit watching. Can't believe you put this on the web!!
Rock On Big Tim!! -- Who knows ... Eric O might of edited the hammer and pry bar action just a tad. -- If Eric did do some editing .. then i'm thinking he would only want to make sure that you do it the right way. Tim did it this way to test your mechanical knowledge and to test your Car Doctor Views for Dues! How else would he get more comments from this here peanut gallery?
Car Doctor? Smashing the CV boot, banging the sh** out of the new strut surface (in alaska where salt will begin feeding on those wounds TOMORROW), ruining the brake dust shield, and tightening wieght-bearing bolts while unloaded? Not to mention telling people not to get an alignment after admitting this will change ride height (affecting camber which WILL wear out expensive tires quicker than normal) AND recommending Monroe junk parts for a Tacoma? This ain't an old chevy, dude. And if you were my Doctor I'd be limping and possibly hooked on painkillers via your recommendation. DO NOT follow this man's techniques. Be EXTREMELY CAREFUL around those CV boots or you will be in for a furious axle replacement job. Replace the upper and lower ball joints, replace the tie rod ends, get a full alignment, and you'll avoid the shop for 10 years. "oh crud" is right..
If your such the expert on this, why don't you take the time and effort to make a video yourself. "Cry-babies" always have time to complain but not to produce a video.
this is obviously the first time you've done this, holy caveman hammer the shit outta it and fuck up that boot ,Jesus! there's better ways.pipe wrench and a big hammer!!!!!nasty. look it up on youtube. facepalm
As soon as he hit that dust shield, I was like this is why I do my own repairs. 🤦♂️
Yeah, also when he used his pry bar as a chisel to hammer the new strut to the lower strut mount, I was like no, not on my watch!
Exactly
Thank you for doing this video. I watched it before replacing the struts on my 2008 Tacoma. Job went well. You saved me a lot of time and trouble by knowing what to to take loose. You are a huge help!
Will be working on a 1996 Tacoma 4x4. Good to see what I may encounter.
I LOVE this guy. He shows you how it REALLY goes when you're working on things you haven't done 101 times. There's great value here. You know, when for example you're doing the wife's lower ball joints or CV joints. It's been 5 maybe 10 yrs since you did them (where the heck did I put that puller anyway?) and you've never done them on this vehicle. Even if you find a youtube on it the first one still takes 90min or more. And the other takes 30. This guy shows you how it does go as opposed to most others who show how it should go, even when doing it "correctly." Seeing what can be missed or go wrong (and it will) saves me time. Very succinct and honest. Thanks man!
Thank you, I try to keep it real. Have a good one.
Thank you, very much! Just removing the the tie rod end and sway bar makes this a relatively easy repair!
Raw and uncut.
Thanks for the vid. Doing one today.
I wouldn’t worry about those who think their shit don’t stink because obviously they probably never worked on a car before.
IF PEOPLE ONLY KNEW THAT ONLY ABOUT 25-50% OF THE PEOPLE WORKING IN AUTOMOTIVE SHOPS AREN’T QUALIFIED TO BE THERE.
That would be only one or two techs who actually know what they’re doing.
Gotta do what you gotta do. Thanks again.
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. It's crazy how much you can learn on UA-cam now. I don't mean to be an ass but I strongly disagree about needing an alignment after changing front coilovers. I can guarantee it'll be off. Might not be out of speq every time but even if you mark the position of the lca adjuster, some part of your front end alignment will change. Plus, if you're at the point where you need to replace the strut, there's a good chance the new one will give a little lift. I don't know I'm probably wrong but I was taught it was important to get it aligned afterwards. Sorry for any negativity I appreciate what you do.
Thank you so much for your gift of mechanics, love your heart in what you do, GOD bless you and your family, keep sharing your gift, sincerly iam thankfully for your knowledge, a great doctor indeed you are
Thank you. This was the best video I found on strut assemblys. Gave me the confidence to do my own.
Good note I saw in the comments about torqueing down the lower bolt on thd strut after you put the weight of the vehicle on it. Also glad to see you dont need to mess with the upper control arm like so many do.
you are an awesome dude...ty for taking the time to make this video.
There are much, much better videos on how to replace your struts, this is brutal!
Since you have to do a new alignment, it's easier if you separate the lower BJ from the LCA by removing the two bolts facing down. Then loosen the LCA cam bolts - mark the alignment adjusters to get it back into a ballpark figure. The LCA will then swing down easier when unbolting the strut assembly. By doing this, you don't have to remove the tie rod or sway bar. You also avoid potentially damaging the CV boot, as well as the brake shield.
Just finished on my second gen, was able to get it out with only removing the sway bar and it wasn't too bad.
Somehow got the sway bar all wedged up and had to drop splash guard and two frame supports to get it back in place though.
Cleared the cv boot easy, but lining up the bolt hole on the shock mount was hell on one of the sides.
I love it, reminds me of my navy training. "beat it to fit, paint it to match"
Love it.
Hurry up and wait lol
Very helpful, one more watch and going to grab tools and git’er done....thank you
Installing a complete assembly makes sense... time saver being the main reason. We've seen many cases where the stock spring looked good... only to break 2 years later.
IM sure you see more of these trucks than I do so ill trust what your saying....and you seem like a trustworthy guy too!
The Car Doctor LOL... I should have been more soecific! On VW applications! But thank you... people say i have an honest face. Must be the goatee. =)
Hey car doc, thanks for all the great videos I really enjoy them. One thing though, tightening the lower shock bolt before the suspension is compressed puts the bushing in a constant bind once the weight of the vehicle is back on the suspension. It'll probably be fine, but it's definitely harder on the bushing.
Jeremiah Price Seconded....Also I like to tighten the top studs with the vehicle on the ground...That way you're not pulling up the entire suspension on that corner when you're tightening the nuts...An alignment is always a good idea...
I cant believe I did that. I just did a Ford control arm and did that but really hadn't thought of that lower mounting bolt. Good call. I get the truck back for a misfire issue and will do that and hope no damage is done. Thanks for watching out for me!
I feel like a hack now...but I appreciate you guys keeping me sharp! Thanks
im guilty of tightening bushings in the air back when i worked at a honda dealership until one day one of our 40yr veteran technicians saw me do it and asked me "how longs that bushing gonna last all twisted after u put that car down?" honestly, the thought never crossed my mind until that moment. To me, every day is a learning experience working on cars.
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I watched the video and did mine on my 2006 Tacoma. Apparently with the high mileage on mine the old ones were rust welded in there. Had to disassemble them and cut the top mounting bolts and hit it with a chisel until the plate finally came loose. 6hrs.
Is it possible to change only the absorber without removing the spring assembly ????
Another happy customer ready for the highway !
Indeed!
Thank you for making this video! 🙏🏻☀️ It was helpful for me to see the visuals for successfully doing the job on my 07 tacoma. All the best 👍🏼
Thanks for the vid Tim. Another great one from the land of the midnight sun.
Thanks. By the way, the sun is starting to go away for the winter....sad
In another video, they took the upper ball joint apart instead of the tie rod. What is easier to take apart? What is better in terms of the potential to screw something up?
Great video Tim. Thanks for sharing. Thumbs up. I am happy you are back. lol.
Thanks for the support sir!
Very nice Tim and thanks for sharing.👍
Thanks Ed
How important is torque wrenching those nuts and bolts? Growing up in high school in the late 70's, while working on our hot rods we always used the dst rule ( dog shit tight ) I get it that you don't want to over tighten some items like oil pan or valve cover or timing cover in aluminum applications, but upper and lower strut mounts have a maximum torque spec?
TC Tennessee Yes sir they do. Every bolt in existence has a torque specification depending on size, grade and application. Yeah you can get away without using a torque wrench for a lot of things but it can turn into a really bad situation if something isn't torqued properly. I've seen lug nuts cross threaded and then over torqued which ended in a guys wheel flying off while driving because all the studs sheared simultaneously. Also, it's a pain in the ass when someone goes hulk hogan on something that was only supposed to get 20ft lbs
Just did mine yesterday.. top 3 nuts, bottom bolt.. out she came.. new ones went in as easy.. 20 minutes per side once the tire was off.. no need to disconnect swaybar links..
The strut he took out had a 1" spacer on the top. He didn't bother to put the spacer on the new strut before installing it. The vehicle's front end is going to be over an inch lower than before his installation. I'd never let this cowboy near my truck!
good video Tim, I've been turning wrenches since early 1970's and i still smack that backing plate at times when hammering.
That one seemed like it stuck out wayyyy too far. hahaha, I fixed it now it wont get in the way so much
🤣 The kind mechanic that Fracks up more than he fixes...
You do what?
Well done Tim - looks like all that weight lifting your doing is paying off , you swung that hammer like Thor :)
Marvel ous comment Steve.
Walk tall and carry a 36oz sledge! that's my saying. You taught me that when we were kids and used to get picked on by the neighborhood bully...
Personally I replaced the KYB struts and shocks on my 2003 Tacoma Prerunner with Monroes. This is the second time I've used KYBs on my vehicles and I don't like the extra stiff ride they cause. The Monroes provide a much more comfortable ride. I'm much older than you are!
I didn't know people could get any older than me...haha, It turns out we had put those KYB's on about six or seven years ago. They might not be all they are cracked up to be I guess. Thanks for the tip!
Don't get me wrong, they are a good shock but are a lot stiffer than original equipment type. Even my GF who is definitely not a gearhead type, noticed the difference recently when a shop replaced her front struts and rear shocks on her 4Runner.
9:10 lmao "oh crud!!" I love this guy I swear. My bad I commented to soon, then at 13:51 he slams the inexpensive snap-on torque wrench on the lift bay like nothing. You rewind me of my coworker man. Haha.. Cheers.
I should have used the torque wrench to hit the tie rod. hehehe
I just did everything you did without bending my backing plate. But I’m a not a professional. Just a weekend warrior. Thought I was gonna get expert advice, but no…..
I've spent 2 hours tying to get the bottom in the groove and it won't work....this video makes it seem so simple
Is this truck a 4 wheel drive? Six lugs. Lemme know
It's almost a shame to get those new struts all dirty. Nice work Tim.
I know, maybe I should have washed them down before giving back to the customer. Its actually a pretty clean truck and I wouldn't be surprised if the owner washes his struts off occasionally.
Most helpful. Thank you.
How much torque on the sway bar bolts??
Great job
Thank you
Buen video
You are fired!
That might be tough since I own the joint
You would have made a good orthopaedic surgeon.....they are fond of hammers too. 😂😁
This looked pretty easy when the Car Doctor did it, so I thought I'd give it a shot. Things got ugly fast. All was well until I tried to pull the sway-bar bracket and one of the weld-nuts broke off inside my frame. I'm on day 2 just trying to fix that little mess and haven't even removed the 1st old strut yet.
That's usually how things go with me too. I constantly run into obstacles in the middle of what seems like simple jobs.
This is an easy work, honestly! You just followed the worse tutorial video in all UA-cam! This guy is an animal!
I keep hoping someone will video front end work on GX470. I'm getting ready to do bushings, ball joints, shocks on one I just bought - signed tenderfoot...
Removing the struts I put spacers on, now my dang strut is still putting pressure and the bolt is stuck at an angle. Can't separate the lower control arm from the spindle. Not as easy as I thought it would be. Stuck now with no idea what to do.
Maybe you can compress the spring a little?
Thanks for the reply.
I tried to use a pry bar to compress the spring. I laughed at how I didn't even tickle it.
I ended up taking jack and pushing the lower control arm up to relieve stress on the upper control arm. I then removed the the upper control arm bolt so the lower control arm could drop down enough to remove stress on the strut. This worked out great and the work was completed. Thank you for the video.
don't watch this gronk you'll fuck your truck up .what a caveman
Thanks Tim! Great video!
How is the weather up north?
Its been a colder wetter summer and now its almost over. Keeps up like this it will probably be a long winter. But that's OK, I don't mind winter and im not too excited about hot sunny days...I cant sleep when it gets 75F in my room. Thanks for the visit
Tim the Tool Tire Tinkerer Tailor and Tip Man
Had some Salmon yesterday and thought of you just four4 the halibut.
I hope it was wild Alaskan salmon buddy!
Alass I kan na tell.
very helpful good jobs
I appreciate that. Take care
If you are a Mechanic, I am a Brain surgeon!
Hes in Alaska. Honestly that was a great video, minus smash the dust shield with the hammer lol.
I was thinking WTF, when he used a channel lock. What mechanic uses channel locks? Shade tree worker is more like it.
@@mauser8515 plumbers use adjustable pliers all the time.
@@flathead1930 Was that comment meant to be satire? I wouldn't let a plumber work on my machines anymore then I would allow a mechanic to work on my plumbing. The tools for those trades are not typically interchangeable.
In other words, keep your channel locks away from my vehicles.
@@mauser8515 how do you know that, all tools are interchangeable just ask tim he gets the job done, lots of us do it yourself guys do. I have used leather for gaskets and they worked great for years. If i was in a fox hole the car doctor would be a guy who could get the job done. a shovel is just as good as a bayonet in a pinch, and adjustable pliers are just as good as a wrench on a mud caked bolt. I would let the car doctor stitch me up on the bench so i could get back into the game. The shit boxes he works on ain`t easy. nothing is.
I wonder if the owner realized that you did not put the lift spacer back on.
I wonder if you noticed those are ride-height adjustable struts adjusted all the way up for the lift replacement.
@@daledow2278 Nothing adjustable about the Monroe 171371 Quick-Strut Complete Replacement Strut Assembly.
I wonder what the owner thought when he seen him bend that break dust sheild with the sledge hammer...lol
Customer comes back “now my front driver brakes are squeaking!” Wonder why 🤔 hahah. Nice video but definitely lacking a little bit of pro, finesse. I’ve never worked on an Alaska truck though so I can’t say I’ve been there.
singletrackftw it happens. You just have to bend it back out
well,he got the job done. bent the dust shield with the overuse of the hammer. in a way, he's kind of a hack. back yard satuday wrench guy. he does get stuff done, i presume. i would not go so fat to call him the car doctor.
Well we don't get those pickups and quik struts are big money but an entertaining video nonetheless. Cheers!
Ya just have boring ole VW's that ya play with.
Ya do have some nice winding roads that ya get to play Farfegnugen on, so sometimes ya get whatcha pay four4. Oops sorry Badgergnugen on.
We are big on entertainment here at The Car Doctor Channel. Educational...maybe not so much.
hehehehe
Entertainment huh? Next thing ya know we'll be watching
Timmy Stouffer's Wild America.
Long time ago, but you forgot to take off the 2 inch lift spacer and put them on the new struts. Guy probably wondering why it sat lower on the front.
I'll also take the country style ribs you have on sale and your best New York steak, and use the white wrapping paper to finish my order . Thanks
Excellent choice!
I hate when that happens car dr. I've messed up those backing plates before lol
Bashes dust sheild with a big hammer, and uses channel locks. Fuck that noise. Glad I do all my own wrenching.
Nice guy
Your the definition of a sledge hammer mechanic, the way I seen you beating on bolts and parts, while there under pressure I had to quit watching. Can't believe you put this on the web!!
Why not be more careful on not damaging other components on the car ?
Dude Man, I hope you wear hearing protection, your shop is like an echo chamber!
9:07 I think Eric O would just use Big Nasty at this point
Rock On Big Tim!!
-- Who knows ... Eric O might of edited the hammer and pry bar action just a tad.
-- If Eric did do some editing .. then i'm thinking he would only want to make sure that you do it the right way. Tim did it this way to test your mechanical knowledge and to test your Car Doctor Views for Dues! How else would he get more comments from this here peanut gallery?
IM almost scared to find out what that is but hope its just a sledge hammer. hehehe
im just keeping ity real Bruddah! Aloha
Car Doctor? Smashing the CV boot, banging the sh** out of the new strut surface (in alaska where salt will begin feeding on those wounds TOMORROW), ruining the brake dust shield, and tightening wieght-bearing bolts while unloaded?
Not to mention telling people not to get an alignment after admitting this will change ride height (affecting camber which WILL wear out expensive tires quicker than normal) AND recommending Monroe junk parts for a Tacoma? This ain't an old chevy, dude. And if you were my Doctor I'd be limping and possibly hooked on painkillers via your recommendation.
DO NOT follow this man's techniques. Be EXTREMELY CAREFUL around those CV boots or you will be in for a furious axle replacement job. Replace the upper and lower ball joints, replace the tie rod ends, get a full alignment, and you'll avoid the shop for 10 years.
"oh crud" is right..
If your such the expert on this, why don't you take the time and effort to make a video yourself. "Cry-babies" always have time to complain but not to produce a video.
Painful to watch. I noticed the new strut did not include the leveling kit as the old one had.
19:18 dude is never working on my truck.
the video is only 18 min , where did u get 19 from?
I don't think I want you to be my mechanic. You don't have to remove the tie rod or the sway bar.
I’ll miss you.
Notice how he wasnt mentioning the process of bending that sheild back... cus he didn't bend it back that's why..lol
When the mechanic's most used tool is a hammer, it's time to find another mechanic or do it yourself. Maybe I'm wrong and this whole video is a joke.
Wouldn’t want this guy to fix my cars. Seems like no care is taken to prevent damages.
Damages?
@Kc Jay Wouldn't banging that threaded bolt in and out strip it?
this is obviously the first time you've done this, holy caveman hammer the shit outta it and fuck up that boot ,Jesus! there's better ways.pipe wrench and a big hammer!!!!!nasty. look it up on youtube. facepalm
Holy f#%* everything is so loud
WARNING DO NOT FOLLOW THIS ADVICE!!!
Bruh!!!!
🤨
The one you took off had a spacer on top…the new one didn’t???