bodgit and leggit garage ford mondeo shock absorber and shock tops

[@stevenspiers5190]

just a tip doing these shockers.... the topmount pointers need to align with the alignment pointer at the bottom of your shocker .

[@petert696]

Bump stop goes the other way around.Just did this job both sides at home and took me 8 hrs.Hydraulic spring compressor is a bonus.Thanks for the video.

[@webmihai]

To put the shock back EASY: use the same bolt BUT SCREWED ON THE OTHER END. Put a peace of metal between the two "ears". When you will screw it it will widen the hub and you will be able to insert the shock with ZERO effort - no oil, no hammer.

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[@chrisg4064]

well done , very comprehensive video, thanks for that

[@bigsteve07st]

You did not explain that you have to line up the tabs on the bearing, if you did not do this on the first one then I'm not surprised it did not last long.

[@mikegardiner9814]

perfect. not replaced front springs before, this was a big help

[@zedman442]

With those McPherson struts they can be a right ballache to get the strut off the hub. I made a little wedge type tool which splits the hub where the bolt pitches ever so slightly and the strut just slips out.

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

send me one of them tools lol

[@zedman442]

It's fairly simple to make mate, get a 1/4" bit that you don't want, I used an old bit driver. You then grind down to an oval type shape. You can then wedgy it in, since the other end of the bit is square drive just put a spanner on it and it will split the hub. Absolute lifesaver for me for one job I did!

[@ariebastiaanse3423]

Or take the original bolt, flip it around and block the non threaded hole with a piece of metal. Then use the bolt to slightly push the hub apart.

[@CMC5961]

Smart advice, thank you for sharing!

[@ioandriment3140]

Hi everyone. Very nice video and a helpful lesson. Many many thanks. Just a question. Do you have to do the wheel alignment after this job?

[@tubewatcher97]

thanks for the video man , just had a marathon wrestling match with that bottom balljoint , i replicated your fancy splitter by roping a 8 foot scaffolding bar to the lower arm :) I'm leaving the other side till tomorrow . beer time .

[@robertcochrane9491]

i did one a few months ago my first one and swore never again lol its near impossible to do the spring without a air or hydraulic spring compressor great vid Leon

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

Oh the joys of trying to do the job with limited tools it's possible but not easy lol

[@martynj-c4965]

Why didn't you loosen the shock top nut first so it's easier to get off when the shock is removed? I also use a cold chisel to help separate the hub a bit from the shock before knocking it out. Much easier then grease it when putting it back

[@RichMcc]

I know this is a old comment but on the mondeo there is only one nut . Not 2 like the old days

[@iancoulthard4073]

Wow good luck no offence respect for having the guts to have a go x

[@jimbola8577]

Awful, no replacement of top or bottom anti squeak pads, no aligning of the strut to the top mount and the top bearing was set slightly off to the top mount. Yes it’ll go back on but it’ll not last long

[@simon1290r]

Scrolled way too far down to find this comment. What a shambles of a repair!!

[@peternewman3487]

I don’t believe that you didn’t replace the coil springs. Egg on your face when the customers comes back with a broken coil spring. I’ve learnt that the hard way and use hollow sockets on the shock top nut instead of mole grips.

[@bobsy852]

Tried to do this job on my 2008 Volvo (Ford made) which has same front suspension. Bent an Acrow prop trying to get enough pressure on the front wishbone to break the ball joint. No amount of hammering or leverage seemed to get that thing free. Gonna end up having to pay someone to replace these shocks for me I think, which sucks as I always feel a job is done properly if I do it myself

[@stevehall9887]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

steve hall thanks for watching mate

[@jdjd2059]

turning the wheel to either side makes the job of inserting the shock easier.

[@hungpoip2908]

Hi Bodgit, It's outer cv joint hub bolt that I snapped ( as you show on video), after I tighten at 80 degree. Am I able to drive at all ?

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

Hi mate I answered your question on another video I see you after on another video so I answered it there

[@kevinthomson2454]

Didnt line the Mark's up on the top strut,thought second notch was to be at 6 degrees

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

yes I did when I put it in a line everything up

[@throttletonuk1841]

Belter!! Thanks for the effort :D

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

+Throttleton UK thanks mate

[@jamontoast84]

If the top shocks are on they way out is it still safe to drive….As I think mine are on they way out not got the tackle to do it mi sen so is it a pricey job

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

Hi mate it's like everything always best to get them done before it causes other issues when they are on their way out they tend to squeak as you turn the steering wheel in a standing position

[@jamontoast84]

@@bodgitandleggitgarage yeah mine are defo on the way out then lol

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

@@jamontoast84 lol have fun doing it mate you should film it and put it on KZbin

[@jamontoast84]

@@bodgitandleggitgarage not got the right equipment I do it my self or I would mate lol I’ll get a quote n get it sorted lease I know wot the problem is now thanks to your vid buddy

[@seansdailydrive]

The wires and plugs are fine I'm not sure when the were replaced tho i think the coil pack is what needs replacing when I unplug cylinder 3 ht lead the engine idles fine when I plug it back in the the misfire starts again

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

yeah I'll see that sounds like the problem then coil packs do give problems on them especially the 1.4 focuses

[@scottaner500]

+Sean Dwyer hi lades

[@seansdailydrive]

+bodgitand leggit changed the coil pack made it better for half an hour gonna change the HT Leads and plugs

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

I know you can buy a kit for them with everything in it is a common problem on them with coil packs and leads

[@seansdailydrive]

+bodgitand leggit yeah I should have the car sorted by Monday cheers man ... Going to have a go at the rear shocks also NCT is coming up ha

[@opelmantamechanic8438]

that went better than that old fiesta you did . I thought you would have used the new nut that would have come with the new shock . sometimes the threads are different and if you just gun it up well i'm sure you know what could happen . FYI On the later mondeo's there is an arrow on the top mount flange showing what way to put it on . if you do this job on a fiesta you don't need to disconnect the ball joint , theres just enough room to get the hub past the shock end . A chisel/screwdriver up through the pinch bolt gap makes it easier to get the hub back on . I like your diagnostic videos they are interesting and seem to go quite well mostly , however this type of thing seems to be a bit of a struggle sometimes .Slightly different techniques here and there and it will be a doddle and look better on camera . know what i mean ?! try and be a bit less repetitive with you commentary . dont take all this the wrong way , i like your stuff and just want to help you improve keep it going dude :-)

[@seansdailydrive]

Hi my Mondeo mk3 has multiple random misfire in cylinder 2 and 3 have you any idea how to fix ... Love the videos where is you garage ??

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

I need a bit more information than that petrol or diesel year and engine size

[@janjarzabek6343]

Rubber stooper You put wrong, turn away

[@peternewman3487]

Please change the coil spring whilst you have taken everything apart. You will only have to do it all over again.

[@garypeatling7927]

Na any new part fitted is ten times as likely to fail as old part, all replacement springs are not same quality as ones you remove unless you own a fiat or Renault, these fords made of really good stuff takes real abuse to damage them

[@bezzila]

good job. but white parts not right position :(

[@allynv]

Would these type of shock tops cause a bad rattle if they were gone.

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

allynv vance hi mate yes it is possible also when you turn the wheel you can hear a heavy click

[@chrisfergus7755]

That bump stop supposed to be pushhed into the top mount not at the bottom

[@danmccabe2004]

enjoy your videos. Is it not a false economy to not get new springs?

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

Daniel McCabe if it's not broke don't fix it I know where you're coming from but for me it all comes down to what the customer wants to pay

[@gazookerman1328]

Hello,with regard to my previous question. I can describe the sound from the rear nearside suspension as a "fat bloke turning over in bed on a knackered mattress",(such as myself).,lol .How much can I expect to pay for a repair such as this...Can you advise, thank's...

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

hi that is very difficult for me to say as parts all around the world differ and price for mechanic work differs around the world so really cannot see how much it will cost you

[@barbaragreulich4198]

How come you turn the camera off when you offer the strut up to the inner wing?

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

because there is no way I can film and put it up at the same time you would not be able to see anything as the camera would be in my way and it's only putting it up it's very simple

[@seansdailydrive]

Il replace it and let you know if it fixed the misfire thanks for the advice

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

ok thanks mate

[@dotsie1978]

Great video. Is this a mk3 or mk4 mondeo? I have a mk3 and in the Haynes book of jokes it says that you need to lower the subframe to get the strut out of the knuckle! Would u know if this is true?

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

hi mate this is a mk 3 Mondeo and as you can see I did not do as your book says but still worked out ok thanks for watching

[@teecee90]

+bodgit and leggit garage If it's a 2008 wouldn't that make it a Mk4 ?

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

+teecee90 yes it is a mk4

[@teecee90]

+bodgit and leggit garage Thought so. Good video. I'm pretty sure I need to change my top mounts as I'm getting the dreaded clunking and scraping through the steering. I'm thinking maybe I should change the shocks at the same time. Car has done 160k miles.

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

+teecee90 it is always best to if you can afford it and it especially on suspension you have to do both sides regardless of condition

[@user-jz3xw4uo5u]

Резиновую прокладку со старой стойки надо было переставить на новую стойку !И отбойник и пыльник вставляют на опорный подшипник !

[@iancoulthard4073]

Need lining up

[@seansdailydrive]

It's a 1.8 petrol and it's an 03

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

the first thing you need to look at is the plugs and coil pack do you know when the plugs last changed all the coil pack could be going all the wires to the coil pack try them first

[@shanekneeshaw3483]

If I had a £1 for every time you said shock haha

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

You will have about £2 or £3 right lol

[@simongard5270]

Never ever use mole grips on shocker piston... Use the correct tools.. hole through sockets and ratchet should be used.. vortex is what Halfords call theres

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

You can use them as long as like I explained in the video you use them at the top of the shop the shop can never ever ever ever travel that far so it makes absolutely no difference you will not do any damage to anything

[@llewellynwilliams1956]

fuck that wd40 off mix 60 oil 40 petrol mix in spray bottle works just as good lasts for ever

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

thanks 4 that mate will try it

[@llewellynwilliams1956]

@@bodgitandleggitgarage dune it for year mate the price of wd joke

[@DexterXxX]

Difficult way of doing simple task

[@NATUREMAN360]

Wrong installation for bumstop

[@BarryHigham-yz3zl]

This guy built it up wrong, the top bumper was the wrong way around and the alignment of the top bearing to the strut was not done, now wonder the previous repair failed.

[@Finglesham]

Their favorite tool is a big hammer.Very satisfying but inefficient.

[@bodgitandleggitgarage]

lol

[@NATUREMAN360]

It’s called a strut not shock

[@koks4397]

Is this video a joke or, in your opinion, should it be? 1) To unscrew the nut, you need to hold the shock absorber rod with a # 6 hex wrench. 2) Do not turn the shock absorber rod nut with an air gun !!! 3) The buffer of the shock absorber is not installed correctly, it must be on the other side, and is fixed in the thrust bearing. 4) You are lucky that when you press the lever, the tripoid did not fall out. You can also damage the arm bushing. It is necessary to unscrew the hub screw. This video is not meant to be a guide. Is this your hobby? It doesn't cost any money.

[@fostexfan160]

Awful design.....held ba 15mm pinch bolt that often rusts in and rounds off

[@scottaner500]

ht lades