Learn how to replace rear shock absorbers fast and easy. This job takes 10min each side and saves you a lot of money if you do it yourself! To change the shocks you need a few sockets, a torque wrench, and that is basically it!
Here is where I get my inexpensive shocks: http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&ajr=2&camp=1789&creative=390957&fst=as%3Aoff&keywords=shock%20absorber&linkCode=ur2&qid=1420485376&rh=n%3A46325011%2Ck%3Ashock%20absorber&rnid=2941120011&tag=chri0e2-20&linkId=EZHIVCP2ZWHBKAQG
Here is the ratchet/socket set I was using: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LY5AKU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000LY5AKU&linkCode=as2&tag=chri0e2-20&linkId=RBWN72RQEQWY67GV
Here is a good inexpensive torque wrench: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C5ZL0RU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00C5ZL0RU&linkCode=as2&tag=chri0e2-20&linkId=2N3ONYFOY4BYGG76
Here is the breaker bar I used: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004HL24ZM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004HL24ZM&linkCode=as2&tag=chri0e2-20&linkId=X3VADLVEIJWKYNDQ
How to replace front shocks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6dEXhEGoU8
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I sent my Nissan Frontier to the dealer ship when I got it to get the shocks replaced and it cost me 900 Canadian dollars , now that because I didn’t know anything about how easy to change the shocks and after investigation I found out that the price for the shocks we around 300 $ for both and the dealership charged me 500$ for and hour of work Mabe even less than that . These videos help in a way that people don’t get scammed by dealers or mechanics, thank you Chris and thanks to all people out there trying to make a difference. Much appreciated .
Those shocks have 300k on it dang my chevy has 80 k and there bouncy as hell
No link in the description chris!
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So simple – thanks for confirming my suspicion. Great video – very clear!
Looks super easy. I'm off to my driveway to do it myself. Thanks for the video!
Try doing this on a old square body, it’s a pain in the a$$
This is good for those who cannot afford expensive hand tools.
Why would I want basic hand tools as shocks?
Hi Chris! Would there be any bad effect if I change my stock rear shocks to a different brand and leave the stock front struts? Hope you can help me.
A good idea when torquing down bushings is to do it with the weight of the car on the suspension if possible. That'll keep the bushing from squeaking and wearing out prematurely because it's "natural position" is with the suspension hanging instead of loaded like it normally would be on the road.
Sir, size 15 mm. & 18 mm. bolts are always use to secure the shocks? I'm planning to do it myself.
what tool you need to use if the shock absorber is stuck and doesnt come out????
Where's the video about how to tell if your shocks are bad?
Dumb question time – How do I know how much Torque to use on my car? It's 30 years old and doesn't have any manuals at all…
how do i know how many pounds of torque im supposed to tighten it to? i got a 2003 camry
How did you jack it up and secure it. I am a British 17year old and I have just bought a car, so I am not very familiar or experienced with them. I am studying carpentry. I bought the car to help my mum out until I have learnt to drive it. Love your videos. Thanks
Always the best !!
Like your videos alot
What happened to the video link showing how to tell if a shock is bad?
Bruhhhh those angles and clarity of all you cover are great 🤘🏼
Best channel car repair on youtube i learn a lot with your vídeos
Did this on my car today, worked great! Thanks for the great videos as always.
How do you know what to torque the bolt to??
Would you have any vids or info you can share for changing out 2010 Lexus RX450H shock absorbers?
300000 miles…So if converted to Km/h..you have driven 485k kms??
Will this work for A 2012 Nissan titan? I cudnt get the nuts off! HELP!
You failed to mention to compress the lower control arm so the spring doesn’t come flying out
Thanks!
I wish my shock would come out that easy 😭 had to impact it out
How important is the torque wrench?
How does one know how much torque is needed for your car?
I have a curiousity anout shock and strut. What are the differences between them?
Completed this job myself! RockAuto shocks for $21 each, basic hand tools, and 20 mins for the driver's side, and 5.5 hours for the passenger side – UGH. It was rust-bonded to the lower stud. I'm finding EVERYTHING on the passenger side is more rusty – just 5 years in the salt-throwing midwest winters are BRUTAL on the car.
so my 4 door .car makes a squeaky noise whenever I go over a bump, but only when I go a little to fast over the bump where it makes my car jump up high. When I have passengers in the back seat, it'll do it even more. Is it my shocks that are making the noise?😠
How do you know what to torque your bolts to?
I need help. The part that holds the top bolt on my van was really rusty and broke. Now the bolt just turns when i screw it. Any help or tips on what to do next
Chris treat the rust! 😉
You have, by far, the best diy car repair channel on YouTube!
Only 4 dislikes nice video