Avoid These Struts at All Costs

This Means Your Struts are About to Fail, DIY car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Worn out shocks and struts. How to replace struts. How to tell if struts are bad. How to tell if struts need to be replaced. Strut replacement and inspection. Strut failure. Worn strut symptoms. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 53 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

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[@phillipmartin5929]

Hey Scotty, I’ve got a 2016 Volvo XC90 that needs new rear brake pads. Guess what - it has an electronic parking brake that only a Volvo dealer has the ability to disable to perform the job and the dealer wants $350 for a brake pad job. Car manufacturers are getting unreal!

[@gibsonnilsen99]

I bought kyb struts all 4 corners of my Chevy cavalier I love them and they are cheap on rock auto

[@tone7560]

@@phillipmartin5929 uh

[@chuckcecconi4571]

Scotty do you like Detroit axle parts??

[@watup110875]

Happy Thanksgiving first off. Talking about getting older, for me it is age and turkey gut like the pic. Rofl have a safe and good one.

[@janesmith2753]

I went to a different mechanic once because I needed new brakes badly. The mechanic told me that my struts and shocks were extremely warn and are about to fail, long story short I looked at him, grabbed the receipt showed him that I paid for new shocks less than 2 months ago. I asked him to hand me my keys and that I'd be going somewhere else for service, he never said a word. I hate scam artists!!

[@Callie0715]

Try being a woman....they “try” scamming us on all sides. Good thing I know something about cars and I’m not just another pretty face.

[@janesmith2753]

@@Callie0715 Unfortunately true, only happens to women and elderly people.

[@Callie0715]

@@janesmith2753 And I belong to both categories, unfortunately. Don’t really look my age but I turned 69 in July.

[@silasmcgee3647]

And it pisses me off

[@leesire]

I hate bastards that scam! Karma baby!

[@stephennowels1909]

I appreciate you sharing this information. My dad was a car expert and was my go to guy before he died. It's great to see you looking out for the consumer.

[@JamesBond-hu9rg]

He is the best. Even my Wife watches him. Hey 5 Million subscriber s. !

[@kimchee94112]

Some kids don't ask questions or learn from their dads and regret it when they are gone.

[@chicagowsox212]

Scottys new neighbors: hey why’s that guy always talking to himself in his driveway? 😂

[@ashfordj81]

"Who's he waving to?"

[@JamEZ87]

Seeing Scotty walking to the back wall of the garage is crazy.

[@pedrofernandez8729]

I'd be proud to have Scotty as my grandpa.

[@terryj-londonontariocanada4605]

Always a bonus to have a grandson on standby

[@ZombifiedWatermelon]

I always tell people to buy the strut kit, with a new coil spring already installed on the new strut if possible. If your strits are shot there's a good chance the coil springs have gotten tired too. Even better, you don't have to mess around with compressing springs. The old ones come off and the new ones go right back on. Saves you a ton of work if you're DIYing it and your car will ride like new!

[@jasonwilliams8321]

Yep. I've been installing those for years on my own vehicle and never had any problems. There's always those who want to support the overpriced auto repair industry.

[@djsoulfilter]

@@jasonwilliams8321 what brand do you recommend that sells the complete strut assembly?

[@derekgardin1512]

Most quick struts are trash. No one can seem to get the OEM spring rates right. Buying a quality bare strut like in the video is a better way. I buy KYB strut and OEM top mount/bearing. Despite being 15 mind more work it's worth it.

[@ZombifiedWatermelon]

I guess you get what you pay for, I forget the exact manufacturer but when I did all 4 struts/springs on my 97 Outback Sport the kit cost well over $400, it wasn't one of those cheap Fleabay kits. The springs were noticably stiffer but I liked the firmer ride. Did them when I bought the car put 40k on it, suspension was still nice and tight when I sold it.

[@wecanonlywish9194]

Hope you live a long and comfortable life, Scotty.. And continue helping us, as long as you're able. You're one of a kind!!

[@joewood2868]

SCOTTY ROCKS 😎😎

[@chrisniebauer6732]

And God bless you

[@l.wellington3999]

Blessings, Scotty and to all the fans. Have a great Thanksgiving.

[@scottykilmer]

Happy Thanksgiving!

[@ancientbutstillhere6570]

My sentiment to you and all Scotty fans

[@angelc4494]

Happy thanksgiving!!

[@Cmatsudo]

You as well John!

[@jrh11254]

John Miller - same to you, Brother!

[@stuartbear922]

I replace my shocks or struts every 100k-150k miles. It makes a big difference in handling and braking. Just replacing the rear shocks greatly reduces nose dive when braking.

[@dustinreber4109]

It's not even that, An alignment would help with that and a Brake flush just retightening up your suspension some. Rather than replacing it all the time. Will save you money and still have the handling you desire.

[@scottiesbrain4880]

The ratcheting wrenches are great, but one thing we do different is when I'm breaking nuts, I NEVER use the ratcheting side of the wrench. I always use the solid side to get it loose and then use the ratchet end so I don't damage the ratchet end and prompt premature replacement of that wrench. Love your work, keep it coming !

[@adilmehmood1199s]

1:21 I'm dead :D Scotty's humor is so underrated !

[@SteveRogers461]

God Bless Scotty!!! Never give up, never surrender!!!

[@The__Outlaw]

By Grabthar's Hammer .................... What a savings

[@mainamoses3234]

The only mechanic I know who tells people to try and do things themselves... go Scotty!

[@capnsmashem3284]

For a bottomed out Dodge Grand Caravan, the only brand available to me across 11 different distributors was Monroe, so that is what I put into a customers car and now I feel bad... I wish I had seen this video 2 months ago... I watch Scotty, and I apply what I learn from him when I am purchasing parts for customer's cars, and when working with customers and making recommendations. Scotty Kilmer is my Moses of car repair ethics. This channel is like my 10 Commandments of honest car repair. Granted, I am just the manager, and my technicians are very good guys with the same kind of ethics. I really enjoy my job and making customers happy every day. I really appreciate the information available on this amazing channel. THANK YOU SCOTTY!!!

[@Celexanomnom]

Cool to see your grandson out there helping and learning. Great video and very helpful since I’ll be doing my struts, links and control arms on my 07 Honda Pilot. I also settled on kyb struts as well

[@cherylkygirl7181]

So refreshing to see an honest mechanic and very knowledgeable & experienced.

[@arthamanwalaxstein6743]

From Uganda 🇺🇬 Kilmer is really talented 🙏🏽

[@scottykilmer]

hello and thanks!

[@Duraputer]

@Clint Eastwood no they drive hedge hogs.

[@bassedd7620]

@Clint Eastwood?????? 😳

[@stevencorrea7982]

@Clint Eastwood what the?

[@SuperEddieboy3]

I was cracking up when I saw the picture of the dog when you revved the air wrench 😂

[@Dewey-wz4ny]

Scotty - love your videos. I have the same spring compressors as you (bought them about 30 years ago). At times I have had trouble tightening them up on the vehicle and found a solution - place a 3" piece of 3/4" or 1/2" pipe between the 2 washers and the sliding end of the compressor and the 2 washers/bolt head end. The effect prevent the threads from running into the top of the strut tower. I've found my spring compressors to be much more useful with this option available. I can use them on the vehicle much more often with things like ball joint replacements. Best of luck!

[@cybershoppe420]

Thanks Scotty, I was asking about mine 2 weeks ago and was going to have my mechanic check them. I'm actually in the process of purchasing a 2.5 ton lifting Jack, as soon as I get it that's the first thing it'll be used for.

[@positronicreflex.]

I agree with the monroe statement. Ive used sensatracs back in the day and they wore out way too fast.

[@charlesbuettner5717]

Scotty, your enthusiasm is refreshing for guys our age. Getting ready to replace the front struts on a 2013 camry. Keep smiling!

[@roveism]

Good Guy Scotty, I love this guy's kind heart, teaching the world about cars and how to get scammed by car dealerships.

[@yohananegusse2731]

Just changed my front struts on my 1998 4runner.....the shocks weren't leaking but the lower bushing was shredded....if there's a will there's a way!!!👍💪💪

[@tarzansingh8436]

Huge respect to you Scotty. World is a better place with ppl like u in it. 🤝

[@morebeer7673]

I did the strut replacement using the old spring and cap job once. I'll never bother with that hassle again, when I can get quality quick-struts that pop right in. Just don't get the cheap ones and you'll be fine. KYB makes the best after-market. Scotty posted a vid recently about using quality quick-struts.

[@Angelo0317]

7:25 Scotty has a lot of confidence in those spring compressors. :X Thank you for the info. All your videos have been extremely helpful.

[@Liberty4Ever]

Scotty's videos are all good, but this was particularly useful. Very practical information. That job is probably in my future for my new to me 4Runner.

[@SirManDudeGuy1]

I like my back ends big yet firm.

[@bigl5343]

I just replaced the rear struts on my 98 camry. It was needed as the car was rocking like crazy and would bottom out on my driveway entrance. Did it myself even though I am a amatuer when it comes to cars. KZbin is an amazing place for step by step overviews.

[@jayhockley8841]

If you want to save you back , when either lifting a heavy tire on or off a vehicle , then use a 3 ft bar under the center of the tire , for leverage , and lift . I learned this years ago while changing tires on 18 wheelers .

[@haroldo5889]

Great teaching on struts, I appreciate your knowledge. Thank you Scotty

[@jay_rael]

Just passed a Chrysler dealership and saw 5 tow trucks pulling in broken down Chrysler’s😂

[@janesmith2753]

They're most likely new cars about to go on the lot. Most dealerships don't have the space for unrepaired cars, so it's appointment based.

[@danielsweeney6742]

All Chryslers are not bad. Can not say anything after Chrysler but Not all Chryslers are bad!

[@jay_rael]

@@janesmith2753 they were older Chrysler’s

[@jay_rael]

@@danielsweeney6742 I know lol it was just a lil joke since Scotty don’t like Chrysler’s

[@stewpidasso8810]

Must have been a slow day

[@TheViewmaster1971]

My toyota tacoma had 35,000 miles on it and a mechanic told me my shocks and struts needed replacing. Said they were leaking oil. I just smiled and told him not to worry about that, just do what I came in for, which was a tire rotation. lol That oil can trick is the oldest trick in the books!

[@TheFire1202]

Thank you, saved me $300 I didn't have to spend. I looked at the struts on my 2005 MDX, with 192K on them and they are still going strong.

[@shiloh4184]

Best mechanic i know and he doesnt like getting dirty. Lord works in mtaterious ways and has a sense of humor

[@pureabsolute4618]

Its like chefs - their chef's jackets are meant to take abuse. But a chef with a clean jacket shows mastery ;)

[@1gregk1]

Thanks Scotty. 2007 CH Lancer (down under). The shocks were "gone". The dealer wanted $2440 to replace, $1780 for four shocks $400 for labor, $160 for top mounts and $100 for both seals, they probably would have added extra for the environmental disposal fee as well. Costed me $830 for KBS.

[@treverdrew6993]

What seals were they trying to sell you? Shock replacement doesn't require any seals to be replaced.

[@dean3184]

@@treverdrew6993 maybe it was a typo? maybe he meant seats?

[@daewooparts]

KYB gas struts are also great ,I installed a pair on one of my cars back in 1992 & they are still good as new!!!!! Even with a trunkload of heavy tools & 10 traffic cones as well as a full size 2&1/2 gallon water fire extinguisher inside! Definitely recommend KYB shocks & struts

[@bobjames874]

Scotty, you were right on the money about the Monroe’s, shot in less than a year. I should have watched this episode first.

[@chinito20fam]

THANKS YOU!!! Ar expensive and was just about to purchase it.. if Scotty said it he is right.. want worth the money.

[@anonymoususer8913]

Thanks for the vid Scotty. I didn’t notice this about my vehicle. So helpful.

[@ketoninja]

One of Scotty's most helpful and informative videos. Honda/Acura uses Showa shocks/struts, which is why they last so long. Also agree that KYB's are great and long-lasting, although if you want them to last forever / the life of the vehicle I would recommend Bilstein HD's. One more thing I would've mentioned is to BE CAREFUL with that spring compressor and know what you're doing with it, before doing it. Great video.

[@repealsection230forbigtech4]

made in China spring compressor = widow maker.

[@treverdrew6993]

Ehh IMHO Bilstien is over priced and their quality has substantially dropped off recently.

[@TheUllrichj]

Great advice. I’ve got to wait a few years before my grandson will be big enough to help but good to see you got yours smiling with you.

[@fabrivila2774]

It just happened to me Yesterday, a scoundrel wanted to sell me new shock absorbers and coils, he said that everyone has to change them every 3 years, but he didn't realize that I know the subject thanks to mechanical KZbinrs like Scotty, thanks to you I wasn't fooled.

[@Juicetheeunuch]

Look at that beautiful undercarriage after 380k. In NYC, it would look like a WWII battleship in 10 miles.

[@nothing2see315]

I'm in Canada and it's the same thing, no such thing as a barn find around here.

[@OllamhDrab]

The South gives and takes away, sometimes, if you're from, say, New England. No rust worth mentioning, but it takes it out on you in rubber, plastic, and paint, (wiring sometimes, ugh,) sometimes. :) (Pretty worthwhile tradeoff, generally, though.)

[@1232bluejays]

@@nothing2see315 oil the living hell out of it every year

[@nothing2see315]

@@1232bluejays It's probably worse than NY because we usually have snow from November 1 until the end of March and into April

[@ProctorsGamble]

Nothing like a beautiful undercarriage

[@RogerM88]

Careful Scotty! Don't undo the shocks with your legs open like that, while the spring is pointed to the "golden jewelry". 07:28

[@peterjohnson9438]

and while we're at the "don't" section, at least my high-end shocks came with explicit instructions NOT to use an impact wrench to screw the shock nut on, as that can damage the shock. Hand-tool only.

[@peterjohnson9438]

@Unkwon Malaysian Guy yes, it should be. It probably doesn't matter too much, but if you want to be sure you don't damage the shocks before they've had a chance to actually go a single mile, do it the safe way.

[@peterjohnson9438]

​@Unkwon Malaysian Guy actually, to clarify, you should _never_ vice-grip the smooth bit of the piston rod. The threaded bit usually has an edge cut out so that you can get a tool around it to stop it from spinning. Gripping onto the actual rod can put dents in it, and that can rip the seals. Using a tool that causes the shaft to rotate can also cause the seals to shear - they're supposed to handle vertical movement, not excessive horizontal rotation. So.. try not to damage your seals when you install a shock :)

[@soundsolutions]

@Unkwon Malaysian Guy exactly!

[@soundsolutions]

@@peterjohnson9438 Good point, only assemble hardened metal threads with impact wrench ie wheel nuts. Hand socket set is for safe assembly.

[@vickvega571]

Scotty speaks the truth! My 2013 Prius has 90k miles and Pepboys guy was telling me i needed shocks on all 4 and it was leaking on the breaks . I went to check them and now added another 10k miles. Please becareful out there folks. Wish i lived near Scotty k! God Bless him for helping us common folk!

[@ampman5357]

KYB make a GREAT shock and strut. One of the few companies that will look at old struts and look to make improvements. I bought and changed all 4 struts on my 2011 Explorer and after I had the truck aligned, it rode like a brand new truck. I changed them 3 years ago and it still rides like a new truck. KYB are the way to go

[@MikeCC]

I love Scotty videos because they’re quick yet packed with information at the same time.

[@Volusiaev]

That's because he never takes a breath. 😉

[@MaNkYmInX]

Omg, this is what I was told a week ago by a local garage I took my car to. I went in to get my tires rotated and they said I needed a front strut assembly and a front CV axle assembly. I don't see anything wrong with the way it drives but I will check for leaks and whatnot before bringing it in and maybe even get a second opinion. With an alignment, it's going to cost a total of 1,200 which is something I do not have right now! Thank you for the heads up Scotty!☝️👍

[@peiwu979]

Thanks for looking out for us and saving us money!

[@smileysgarage8899]

always nice to hear from Scotty before doing any project. I am an amatuer and really appreciate your expertise Scotty.

[@renehouse2015]

The timing on this video was perfect... the left front strut on my 2002 Ford Explorer was leaking and starting to collapse so I ended up having my mechanic change out both front struts with coincidentally... KYB gas filled this past September. While my struts didn't last 386,000 miles like Scotty's, they did last me 278,000 miles and if Scotty is recommending KYB's then I'm feeling darn good about my choice.

[@hapeta24]

struts don't last 386000 miles wether they leak or not they will wear and degrade...KYB nice quality brand but even their standard shock will be harder riding than any factory shock not a quality issue but something you have to be aware of

[@Tennesseestorm76]

Thanks Scotty. I wish this video had of been out there last year. I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia with 283,000 miles that the original shocks (rear) and struts (front) had seized up on. There was barely any dampening from them. Now I did put Monroe OESpectrum on the back last summer and it did offer a much smoother ride, but I also soon after installed cheap Monroe quick struts on the front and the ride is as "stiff" as ever. It rides like a dump truck. I cannot wait to get these swapped out with something else. I want smooth as ride possible. I have have heard that Bilstein offers a smooth ride on these, but not sure. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! Keep up the videos. Love watching them.

[@moonlightlindt8403]

The clearest speaking and instruction among all channels!

[@anthonydenn4345]

Scotty you're a wealth of practical concise no messing around knowledge 👍

[@ZZstaff]

Thank you for telling the truth Scotty. Love your videos.

[@sjbock]

Such a clear, easy to understand video even for a beginner DIYer like myself. My 26 year old Volvo is bouncing around like crazy with its original struts and shocks. I bought the car new but only have 145,000 miles on it. I guess time and my city's bad streets have taken a toll.

[@ayejay4028]

Struts are supposed to be changed every 50k or so miles

[@deeohgi]

​@@ayejay4028every 50k??? Never heard that before. Original struts on all 4 of our vehicles, and they have 201k, 163k, 152k, & 115k miles on them respectively. My trusted repair shop is telling me that the newest one - with the fewest miles of course - now needs a passenger side front one replaced. Watched this video to see if it's something I want to attempt on my own.

[@petset77]

I agree that some dirty "shops" get ignorant customers to replace struts- it happened to me decades ago. BUT, what about a hydraulically good shock portion under a tired spring? My Tacoma with only 317,000 miles sagged on the front left, but was dry as this high desert valley. I replaced the set (and a worn tie rod set), and it's ready for it's teen years (it's actually 25 years old on a calendar, but I'm counting in Toyota years). I get that there are exceptions.

[@duanethieme4186]

Well done Scotty, thank you for the awesome videos!

[@brooklynnikki478]

Love his videos. I wish all mechanics were as honest as you.

[@SpectreOZ]

*The Monroe shocks on my XJ Cherokee are 10 years old... still rides great, each to their own* 😊

[@benthere404]

He said in first of video you get what you pay for. A 30 dollar Monroe gas matic ain't the same as a 100 dollar Monroe Magnum truck shock. KYBs are valved to stiff for me.

[@SpectreOZ]

@@benthere404 Haven't heard of gas-matics before, perhaps they are marketed under a different name here in Oz, that said I have only ever run Monroes since my first vehicle but preferred the GT Gas product. Happy to support a locally made product (South Australian factory) 👍

[@BrandonWest87]

@@benthere404 KYBs are quality, but definitely stiffer.

[@quazick8487]

I have Monroe gas magnums on my conversion van and my f150, absolutely love the ride. It made the 1996 Econoline ride like a yacht on the ocean.

[@duranbailiff5337]

Scotty Kilmer- a classy man for our times. I have learned a lot from you my Brother, and am glad that you are in the Great state of Tennessee!

[@skinnerhound2660]

Happy Thanksgiving Scotty, we are thankful for you!

[@egn3376]

What I learn from each video on buying a car: -Toyota is king (Honda is good but not as good) -All other cars are trash bought used -Take the car to Scotty before buying -If you're feeling frisky spring for a Lexus

[@GreatGrandmasterWang]

Also, mazda is starting to become good too according to him. He also likes some Ford cars

[@tyharris9994]

Yes that about sums it up.

[@majidminhas8954]

@@GreatGrandmasterWang Mazdas are awesome!

[@chriskonte1909]

The only good European cars are older Volvos.

[@suchin8524]

@@chriskonte1909 Yep, Damn those slow, badly built, unreliable Porsches. Oh and not to mention that terrible Mercedes company. How dare they have developed and introduced almost every creature comfort in our current gen cars at the cost of millions of pounds per day in development. Pesky European cars. LOL

[@cocktractor101]

Perfect timing , was looking for this specific type of video . Thanks Scotty!

[@trololo4217]

Thanks scotty i had few things to do on my car and your videos came like a blessing. Happy Thanksgiving !

[@jolingryu6305]

wish you good health scotty and more videos to come, you're a legend 😄 believe that!!!

[@harrisfogel1697]

I love KYBs! Used them on our old 2003 Honda Odyssey, and it rides better then new. Not expensive either.

[@louofm1]

You would never get that many miles on shocks or struts on our crappy Michigan roads. At about 150000, it's about time to look into replacement. Last year, i replaced my wife's struts springs (quick strut) on her traverse. Didn't know about monroe and used them. They ride pretty good but the the bushing dries up every 6 months and starts squeekiing. I spray them with silicone. Next time I will go kyb and use factory bushings. Years ago i put kyb on a honda. They were nice

[@CreeCarnivore]

I’m learning so much from Scotty. And I love the pop out pics and comments. 😅

[@MNWILD43]

Don't stain that jean jacket, Scotty!😀

[@clammaster4]

That's an authentic canadian tuxedo!

[@keithwittman4741]

It's ok,he has 6 others.😎

[@glenholmgren1218]

@@clammaster4 Nah, Kenora Dinner Jacket - plaid checked doeskin shirt

[@mikestowe6136]

ok who's gonna place bets on how long scotty's garage stay' this clean before it turns into the houston garage

[@Adiscretefirm]

It's twice as big, so twice as long and twice the mess.

[@sdmurphy20]

I give it by next spring lol

[@ericspecullaas2841]

My guess 53 years

[@Drskopf]

By summertime will be a mess, maybe till next fall...

[@lamper2]

Houston garage is a Scotty museum now i bet.

[@justinbabbs6120]

I worked at kyb last year. Quality control is top of the line here in the USA. Great products come out of the kyb and sister plants

[@pigeonguardgames507]

Just had the shocks and springs done on my TT, last week, in UK......and they are from KYB! Pleased they come recommended by Scotty!!!!

[@mychan3734]

Gotta love Scotty.....they don’t make mechanics like they used too....!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@kilmartinpatrick7051]

Have a great Thanksgiving Scotty from Ontario, Canada.

[@montanawhite5699]

I’m in the middle of changing shocks on my in-laws 2005 crv. Changed the back ones and it made a huge difference. Not sure if the front needs to be changed but I’m going to do it anyway. Only 176000 miles but that’s mostly around town with our crappy roads full of holes and bad patches.

[@FaithisKey792]

Thank you Scotty , I also had bad experiences with Monroe front shocks, the complete shock assembly. I will buy the spring compressors tomorrow and look for good shocks.

[@jaminova_1969]

As always, good advice from Scotty! Do not buy the cheaply made struts online. I had one fail within 2weeks and customer service was non existent! KYB are decent quality. Fox makes a good product as well if you are into off road.

[@Sbsecure]

Happy Thanksgiving! I really do appreciate your advice and hard work. You obviously love your work!! How rare!!!

[@persiangulfmariner8673]

Thank you Scotty, your channel is a life saver!

[@hebson21]

My brother in college had general tire tell him the shocks, struts, and leaf springs were all broken and rusty on our suburban and that it was undrivable. Low and behold, nothing was wrong.

[@markh.6687]

A Pep Boys tried to sell me repairs that cost more than the car, telling me the car was undriveable. I told them to do the oil change on the car, since I drove it in, and was driving it out. Pep Corporate later straightened them out, gave me a $250 gift car for my trouble. I've used a different Pep since, absolutely no problems, and they never try upsells.

[@parthpatel967]

Perfect time for thanksgiving now that you’re in Tennessee! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving Scotty!

[@jamesanderton344]

Is everybody moving to Tennessee? The bus grease monkey moved there too...

[@andreschiriff4354]

Wonderful video it is really nice to see the family coming in to help.

[@smokypatton7588]

What happened to your face?

[@JeffreyWillis800]

I learn so much from Scotty, thank you!

[@dpk9993]

I installed KYB's on my old 4 cylinder Odyssey a while back. The old van handled like a new SUV after the upgrade. When tightening or loosening the spring compressor, put the strut assembly flat on the floor and keep it clear of any obstacles. Nice vid.

[@HoweyJR_]

What u think about Gabriel Struts?

[@rafaelmeneses5066]

@@HoweyJR_ junk

[@HoweyJR_]

@@rafaelmeneses5066 Monroe's?

[@rafaelmeneses5066]

@@HoweyJR_ KYB are good. Bilstien are also good. The others will work but expect half the life. An oem Lexus or Toyota part can last 100k normal driving or 40-50k in a city environment. You get what you pay for here.

[@HoweyJR_]

@@rafaelmeneses5066 can you find out for me what struts came with a 2005 Camry?

[@robertthomas5906]

Man you're right about Monroe's. Last pair I bought for my Caddy DHS were more like fixed steel than shocks. Felt like I had no suspension at all. I couldn't get my money back on them. Big run around. I threw them out and bought new soft suspension OEM parts. Nice ride again. They've lost me for life.

[@brentkiely657]

same here i had monroe 's installed at all 4 corners of my '92 buick century that i had years ago and the car road as stiff as a brick after that. I kept them on for the remainder of my ownership of that car. The car road horrible from then on.

[@joeybobbie1]

Same here on a Jeep, had to change for better Shocks after 1,500 Miles. I couldn’t stand the way the Jeep felt with Monroe Shocks!!!!!

[@g110]

I had the shocks replaced on my lexus and the mechanic installed cheap aftermarket EZ struts and car rode like a brick afterwards. Come to find out the OEM is the way to go

[@alexandercell491]

I will never get tired saying that you are awesome Scotty.

[@joeybobbie1]

Hi Scotty, Great Video as always. Thanks for making all these Videos, I have really learned a Lot from you. 👍👍

[@Max-xr2ij]

When I was 16 I was putting coilovers on my bmw and I didn't have a spring removal tool, so I put each strut into a vice and aim the spring at a stack of two mattresses I put against the garage wall. Used a wrench until the mount fired off, managed to breach the first mattress. LOL

[@davecrupel2817]

Lmfao that's nasty. Imagine the springs on an 18 wheeler? Bunker busters waiting to happen 😂

[@tarekyared4404]

Also overhead garage door springs. They can take your head off.

[@TTime685]

Sure it did.. 🙄

[@florret2003]

Spring removal tool also acts as a spring installation tool. How did you get them back together without the tool?

[@Max-xr2ij]

@@florret2003 I was removing the strut mounts so I could get the existing bump stops to use on my new coilovers. You don't need a spring removal tool on coilovers since you have an adjusting nut where the spring seats.

[@cervantesfambam4634]

A little bouncy in the front (picture pops up) lmao!!

[@kindredmalise6633]

Thank you, man, for the advisory of the shocks. Most informative for the common dummy like me. Easy information to digest.

[@henrykimani3280]

Watching you from kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪 very educative thanks scotty 👍👍

[@southerndude8250]

Scotty is awesome man. My dad is a mechanic similar to Scotty. I’ve learned more from Scotty in past couple months than I’ve learned from my dad over 25 years. Dads a great mechanic but is very lousy or just lazy about sharing knowledge. I always got the feel from him he just never wanted to take the time.

[@Davo996]

A lot of mechanics have a chip on their shoulder 😂

[@youeweu]

Sorry to hear that. In most cases it's the reverse.

[@lcee6592]

Yep KYB Is good stuff. “It’s a smart move “

[@espdv8ruser952]

I've been a mechanic for ever A and P, motorcycles and auto's and enjoy the hell out of your videos you're doing everyone great services THANK YOU

[@tylersmith293]

I love your videos man. I do all my own work on 419k 2001 Tacoma.