Arnott Front Struts install Yukon Magnaride GMC Chevy Tahoe Silverado Sierra Escalade 2015-2020

SK-3354 Arnott Struts sold here: Individually sold, so must buy 2 for the front set amzn.to/3EZnXSO
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[@justin.c_svt]

Looks a lot easier than I thought. You make it look easy I guess.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

These went right in. Very easy. The nightmare from the last ones that didn’t fit had me worked up. Even the passenger side was easy with all the air box and things in the way.

[@jeffreymonroe9607]

I wish it was as easy as it appears in the video... However, it took my son and I 4 hrs to change them, not too bad considering the amount of work to be done. One specific note I would add is that you should lift both front wheels off the ground and onto stabilizing jacks. Then remove both wheels and loosen both sides of the strut so the wheel carriage will drop easier. You will still have to put downward pressure on the wheel assembly to install the new Magna Shocks. I like the Arnott brand as replacements. In my 2018 Suburban Premium, there are a lot of cables and hoses on the passenger side that need to be negotiated or temporarily pushed aside or disconnected and moved. Take pix before removing anything. It will take two people to install the new shock assemblies, one up top and one pushing them up to the top. Very doable project if you have time and patience. I saved over $1200 from what my shop wanted; the dealer would have been even higher.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

These really were as easy to install as shown, but the ones that did not fit that I returned were not. They were too big (made a separate video about them). A second set of hands definitely helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmG1oZVpj5mSatE

[@pra3t0rian]

Great video. Thanks for more Denali content.

[@claytongillett8249]

I am doing this today. Choose the SK-3354 Arnott Struts since this is my second replacement of the Magnarides and I do not want to have to do this again so I am going with the non magnaride replacement which I think will last a bit longer. (First time was under warranty because we bought the 2015 Tahoe from a dealer and I got the warranty. They gave me all kinds of shit about how we had abused the car. What a load of crap.) Now it has 187K miles on it. I will let you know how we do and comment later tonight.

[@claytongillett8249]

Completed it last night! Works great. Seems to be working just fine. By far the biggest problem was getting the electronic connection apart on the right hand side. I went from the top. I did not remember you saying try from the bottom. Probably would have been better from the bottom. There are a lot more wires, and AC stuff in the way on that side. I am no expert so I was grateful for the video. Would never have done it without the video. Thanks again for taking the time to do this. Saved me at least a thousand dollars.

[@ramelstevens7726]

Did the new arnott struts raise your front end up more?

[@CJINW]

Great video.

[@bikerbobschoppers]

Great video

[@JMTZ15]

Thanks this will help

[@benjaminhardwick8378]

Finally got around to doing this and your video was invaluable - thanks! Do you still have your Denali?

[@OutontheRanchwithDrLee-xb4lo]

Hi Danny! Thanks for the excellent video. I have a 2015 yukon denali with 100k miles. over the last 5k miles starting riding really rough. I'm sure the front shocks need to be replaced. Is there a reason (besides cost) for not doing the rear shocks at the same time?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, it’s a great idea to do the rear ones at the same time. I was having such a hard time with the fronts not working until I found the Arnott brand that I didn’t bother with rear ones at the time. I still need to do the rears

[@OutontheRanchwithDrLee-xb4lo]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thanks again, sir! You are a great help. Best video on this subject for sure!

[@paulplauche7779]

Danny - you did a great job on the video! I've been researching and you cemented my decision to go with Arnott over TRQ. On 1A auto, the TRQs look like they will fit the bill, but one of the answers in Qand A say they are not Magnetic fluid but air. After seeing your video, Arnott's website has a section on it. Also, the TRQ video shows them removing the skirt in the wheel well, I love how you did the nut removal from the top avoiding the wheel skirt. Time saver! Note: while researching, someone said you can test to see if the magneride is bad by just disconnecting the connectors on the top of the shocks (assuming ride stiffness is the symptom) Did you try that?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I did not try testing it since I could see the strut was wet, so knew it had blown out. I wasn’t getting any suspension errors on the dash, so I don’t think the Magneride had any problems. You can certainly try it. If it gives you a code you’ll probably need to disconnect the negative battery terminal for a few minutes to reset it

[@paulplauche7779]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage I tried disconnecting it after posting the comment and the ride DEFINITELY was not so harsh. Prior to this, I had a 2015 Tahoe LT with normal suspension (vs current 2018 Tahoe LTZ w/ Magneride) so I know the difference in suspension. While I agree the magneride is much more 'adaptive', I'm willing to give up the slight difference in adaptiveness from LTZ to LT due to the reliability of the strut assemblies. History: I owned a 2015 Suburban LTZ at one point and had replaced them at the dealer for $3,000. That and the fact there are so many posts/videos about it tell me the reliability isn't there. At this point, I decided to order the shock simulator kit by X-engineering and their suggested Monroe brand regular LT shock replacements from Amazon. Thanks for your responsiveness and all your help.

[@meezoomm]

Witch one is better arnott 3840 or 3354 for yukon denali 2016 And more comfortable

[@chrisreynolds6152]

Best install video i have found yet. Does Arnott include torque specs for all the nuts/bolts or where can i find them?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I did not see specs with the new struts, Here is what I found “The strut bolts, top and bottom are 37 ft lbs. The sway bar end links are 17 ft lbs. The upper control arm nuts get torqued to 140 ft lbs. The upper control arm ball joint nut gets torqued to 37 ft lbs. The lower control arm nuts get torqued to 129 ft lbs. The lower control arm ball joint nut gets torqued to 92 ft lbs. The tie rod jam nut gets torqued to 55 ft lbs. The tie rod ball joint nut gets torqued to 44 ft lbs. The hub bolts that go into the knuckle get torqued to 133 ft lbs. The brake caliper bracket bolts get torqued to 148 ft lbs. The brake caliper guide pin bolts get torqued to 74 ft lbs. If yours is 4x4: The spindle nut gets torqued to 177 ft lbs. The axle shaft flange bolts get torqued to 58 ft lbs.”

[@chrisreynolds6152]

@dannyjohnsonsgarage thank you for typing all of that up!!! Took a screenshot so I can install mine when they arrive on Monday. I just installed the rears last night and they ride great.

[@chrisreynolds6152]

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[@johnvig8093]

Great video and comments. I am curious if anyone changed out their rear shocks or just did the fronts? 82k miles on my Denali and my front's are blown but the rears seem to be fine. Thx all.

[@bolio1009]

I did my rear ones. Very easy to do. I replaced them with Arnott as well.

[@mangugl]

Great video but do i have to buy the fronts separately? Or are they sold in pairs?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Arnott sells them individually. Just verify when you check out. They are about $480-$500 each www.amazon.com/Arnott-Coil-Over-Eibach-Magneride-L-SK-3354/dp/B08VF88P43?crid=38JDH2IFYEA9K&keywords=Arnott+-+Fr+Coil-Over+Eibach+Strut+15-20+Cad+SUV%27s,Chev+Silver/SUV%27s,GM+Sierra/SUV%27s(K2xx)+w/Magneride-L/R+(SK-3354)&qid=1669272882&sprefix=arnott+-+fr+coil-over+eibach+strut+15-20+cad+suv%27s,chev+silver/suv%27s,gm+sierra/suv%27s+k2xx+w/magneride-l/r+sk-3354+,aps,290&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=6ce005c6cd213796132b9c237f1113d5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@ajsfree]

Are you still happy with the ride of the arnott struts? Great video!!

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes. No complaints

[@user-zv8ut9jm6v]

Great video , how are they holding up ?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

So far so good.

[@jluisp7]

Do you have an Amazon link for the rear shocks?

[@silversnowut]

I called Arnott even though they don't advertise it or say it the MR-3840 is the one you want if you want true MRC. The rep stated that due to weight considerations most likely due to a long wheelbase model (I'm thinking later years) possibly having the larger engine 6.2/6.0 and heavier front they don't advertise it but if you have the 5.3 you can most likely use the MR-3840. Point of fact the SK-4261 coils are the same as the MR-3840 Eibach coils (per the rep) so why are the good enough for passive but not MRC on the Suburban. I forgot to ask the rep if it was due to engine weight difference. Or it could be a screw up as Tahoes also employ the 6.2 but still qualify for the MR-3840s that have the same coils as the Suburban's SK-4261 's

[@jeremiahhernandez9725]

Hey. I have a 2019 Escalade ESV (I assume this means I have the long wheelbase). Are you saying the MR-3840 is the right magnestrut for this? Thanks for your comments.

[@silversnowut]

@jeremiahhernandez9725 Yes, but I would reconfirm with Arnott for a few mins finding the right ph # plus some hold time never hurts. Ultimately you can also buy genuine AC Delco struts on Rock Auto and have an indy shop just swap them out and keep the original coils if you dont want the fully loaded (Arnott) assembly (coil+strut preassembled together). GM will not sell u such an assembly. You will not need an alignment, in either scenario, as the struts and coils have nothing to with road alignment, etc. I went the strut only route that's what GM reccomends as your coils are still good.

[@thethebestyet]

hi danny, any update on how the arnott struts has been holding up and how it’s been riding since you install them

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Very well. No issues, rides like factory

[@thethebestyet]

thanks for the feedback

[@lbmazdaspeed]

Have you changed your rear shocks? If so what did you go with? And how are the Arnott holding up?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

The arnott’s have been great. I have not done rears yet. The Yukon went down with a bad lifter so I’m almost done with that. Stay tuned

[@mightymulatto3000]

My goodness I just found out that Arnott makes OEM parts and just sells them UNBRANDED at a discount as OES parts. 😮 🤯.

[@dross2775]

Just did my drivers side today, I ordered the Arnott SK-3354 for magnaride (2016 GMC Yukon Denali w/ 22 inch wheels). I had to pry down the a-arm a little and jack up the bottom of the strut to get it to slide into position. Was this your experience? Did you record putting the Arnott struts in? I know you had the different brand and they didn't fit. Without the video I probably would have taken this to the dealer. Passenger-side strut goes in Saturday. : )

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

The Arnott ones went right in as easy as the old ones came out. I had the sway bar loosened a little as shown in the video

[@fridaylakephotography7463]

@dross2775 I'm having the exact same issue. Ordered 3 sets so far. All have been about 1.5" too long. I need to find shorter struts.

[@chrisrondestvedtjr1694]

@@fridaylakephotography7463 I am having this problem... any luck?

[@justinkopp88]

@@fridaylakephotography7463 I’m having this problem right now. What did you do?

[@justinkopp88]

@@chrisrondestvedtjr1694 I’m having this problem too. What did you do?

[@Trouble2Times]

Hey man.. I just replaced my worn out OEM front shocks & installed the Arnott SK 3354s. But once I started the truck, “Service Suspension” message came up. Have you had any trouble with yours? Do I have to reset my system or something?? Thanks for the video!!

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I haven’t had any issues with mine. I’m not 100% certain, but I’ve heard the plug at the top of the strut is just a dummy resistor to tell the system all is okay, and doesn’t even do Magneride. If so, they may be able to send you a new plug portion that leads to no where. Perhaps contact them to find out. I’d try disconnecting the negative battery cable for a few minutes to try to reset it in the mean time

[@Trouble2Times]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage yep.. that’s my plan exactly. Thanks for all your help & great job on the videos!!

[@walthersalamanca6946]

@@Trouble2Times does this work let me know please

[@greerengineering]

Our 2016 yukon XL has a really rough ride. Any bumps in the road really jar everyone inside. Would replacing the front struts help? We're at 117k miles with original struts.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, especially if you notice a lot of bouncing over speed bumps and smaller bumps. If you have the 22” wheels you might also want to go with something with more of a sidewall for more cushion kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJ_Kn6CjYtyLpNk

[@justinjones9804]

Danny do you recommend the trq magnetic ride struts for yukon ?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I haven’t had that brand, so I can’t say. Factory works but is very expensive. I installed the Arnott as you saw and it has been great so far. I’m not sure if they are real Magneride or just a dummy sensor, but at under $500 per strut it’s a good bargain. www.amazon.com/Arnott-Coil-Over-Eibach-Magneride-L-SK-3354/dp/B08VF88P43?crid=38JDH2IFYEA9K&keywords=Arnott+-+Fr+Coil-Over+Eibach+Strut+15-20+Cad+SUV%27s,Chev+Silver/SUV%27s,GM+Sierra/SUV%27s(K2xx)+w/Magneride-L/R+(SK-3354)&qid=1669272882&sprefix=arnott+-+fr+coil-over+eibach+strut+15-20+cad+suv%27s,chev+silver/suv%27s,gm+sierra/suv%27s+k2xx+w/magneride-l/r+sk-3354+,aps,290&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=6ce005c6cd213796132b9c237f1113d5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@justinjones9804]

Thanks for the help. I will be going with the Arnott brand

[@daneis6197]

That arnott is only bypass.. Arnott MR3839 is the magneride one.

[@michaelmacdonald1446]

Looks like you installed the old strut. It was dirty?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

On the other brand I reinstalled the old strut because the new one did not fit. In this video I installed the new one.

[@benjaminhardwick8378]

How did you know it was blown? Was there a specific event that made you inspect them?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I saw they were greasy, could hear the truck make a spongy sound when going over bumps, bounce more when going over bumps and especially when turning onto other roads with gutters the truck would rock violently. I also had my tires starting to cup (become wavy). The freeway had a vibration as well.

[@benjaminhardwick8378]

Haha ok so quite noticeable! Thanks

[@benjaminhardwick8378]

Also - was looking at your channel for a way to email you with suggestions/topics for future vids and such but couldn't find it. I'll ask in the comments if that's your preference?

[@eddevin1251]

So to get this straight these are not Mag ride? They are replacement for Mag that is an AirRide and jumps out the sensor to the computer avoiding service lights?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@eddevin1251 I believe arnott sells both and these ones are dummy ones and others may be magneride..or they have since changed them. I’m not entirely sure l didnt notice a difference. I’d also try verify you are getting 4x4 ones over 2wd.

[@mangugl]

Howmuch did u pay for both front struts and also rear shocks? TRQ is around $1k for all...

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I still need to do rear ones, but Arnott was what worked best after other aftermarket ones did not work for me on fitment www.amazon.com/Arnott-Coil-Over-Eibach-Magneride-L-SK-3354/dp/B08VF88P43?crid=38JDH2IFYEA9K&keywords=Arnott+-+Fr+Coil-Over+Eibach+Strut+15-20+Cad+SUV%27s,Chev+Silver/SUV%27s,GM+Sierra/SUV%27s(K2xx)+w/Magneride-L/R+(SK-3354)&qid=1669272882&sprefix=arnott+-+fr+coil-over+eibach+strut+15-20+cad+suv%27s,chev+silver/suv%27s,gm+sierra/suv%27s+k2xx+w/magneride-l/r+sk-3354+,aps,290&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=6ce005c6cd213796132b9c237f1113d5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@sergiogutierrez6474]

Should the new ones have to be aligned, i mean the same height

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

They aren’t adjustable but you should have an alignment looked at when you’re done

[@1971iso]

So how do these shocks perform compared to the ohriginal one?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

They feel great. I have heard other say they are too stiff, but I think they ride just how they should

[@1971iso]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thank you for your feedback! At how many miles did you replace the original with these? Thanks in advance!

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@1971iso just turned 88,000 miles but the driver side blew about 70,000. Tried replacing it a year ago with no good parts until these Arnott s 👍🏼

[@1971iso]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thank you!

[@1971iso]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Did you replace any other parts or bushings of the suspension on the Yukon and if so which one with what brand and do you maybe have installation videos of that? Thanks again Don. Btw I love your channel!

[@StephenGillingham]

Do these fit a 2015 gmc sierra 1500 denali?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, they should. You can verify on checkout www.amazon.com/Arnott-Coil-Over-Eibach-Magneride-L-SK-3354/dp/B08VF88P43?crid=38JDH2IFYEA9K&keywords=Arnott+-+Fr+Coil-Over+Eibach+Strut+15-20+Cad+SUV%27s,Chev+Silver/SUV%27s,GM+Sierra/SUV%27s(K2xx)+w/Magneride-L/R+(SK-3354)&qid=1669272882&sprefix=arnott+-+fr+coil-over+eibach+strut+15-20+cad+suv%27s,chev+silver/suv%27s,gm+sierra/suv%27s+k2xx+w/magneride-l/r+sk-3354+,aps,290&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=6ce005c6cd213796132b9c237f1113d5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@christopherschleeper7186]

How many miles were on your truck when changed these out?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

About 70,000

[@christopherschleeper7186]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage No wonder my Yukon drive like crap 100k + on mine.

[@jluisp7]

Would this fit a 2017 GMC sierra denali pickup?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

Yes, it should be the same.

[@TheodoreRizzo]

Why some would delete magnaride on their vehicles?

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

For a more affordable, less faulty system. I don’t notice any huge difference from my non-Magneride vehicles so I could see swapping to regular suspension struts over paying so much more for Magneride

[@TheodoreRizzo]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage thanks for the info I’m learning as my 17 gmc Sierra Denali need new struts.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

@@TheodoreRizzo I have been very happy with the Arnott ones I installed. There is some controversy whether they are actually Magneride or not but they work fine and no check suspension lights so far www.amazon.com/Arnott-Coil-Over-Eibach-Magneride-L-SK-3354/dp/B08VF88P43?crid=38JDH2IFYEA9K&keywords=Arnott+-+Fr+Coil-Over+Eibach+Strut+15-20+Cad+SUV%27s,Chev+Silver/SUV%27s,GM+Sierra/SUV%27s(K2xx)+w/Magneride-L/R+(SK-3354)&qid=1669272882&sprefix=arnott+-+fr+coil-over+eibach+strut+15-20+cad+suv%27s,chev+silver/suv%27s,gm+sierra/suv%27s+k2xx+w/magneride-l/r+sk-3354+,aps,290&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.08f69ac3-fd3d-4b88-bca2-8997e41410bb&linkCode=sl1&tag=2004047-20&linkId=6ce005c6cd213796132b9c237f1113d5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@TheodoreRizzo]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Thank you bud after watching many videos from Denali owners debating whether to delete the magnaride or keeping it I decided to keep it and went arnott all around on my Sierra Denali. 👍🏽

[@thegonz7833]

Installed old strut🤣

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

On one scene it was, but you’ll see the new one was installed

[@thegonz7833]

@@dannyjohnsonsgarage Trying to help a buddy with 018 sierra denali,mag fail,looking at dorman mag strut,any info on that one,or other good options? thanks

[@Ryder415x4]

Can I putt these on a 03 gmc yukon xl.?.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

You want regular ones kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWWZZ36YmraXfLcsi=Vieq0Dzh0fxW2ZtW