Replacing Lift Struts Quickly & Easily!

[@karengensler417]

I am a 63 yr old woman who has been struggling with the back hatch on my Equinox for 2 years every time it is extremely cold outside. Your video was spot on and I was able to change out my gas struts within minutes. I am so proud of myself for researching and fixing the problem. Thanks to you I don't have to struggle anymore putting groceries, etc in the back!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Thanks for watching, taking action to "just do it yourself" and being an inspiration to others! I am turning 68 in a few months and appreciate other women like you who don't want to "just sit in their rocker" so to speak. Dirt Farmer Jay and I are very busy, active people in our mid to late 60's. Sounds like we'd be good friends. Best to you, Dirt Farmer Maggie

[@TheLaaauuureeen]

Same 😊

[@sherbournesubwaymess]

Congrats on fixing the struts! Videos like this and countless others on youtube has saved me countless dollars and has more importantly educated me on how/why things work.

[@TheLaaauuureeen]

This video helped a lot!

[@kinverrunner]

Well done, Karen. I am 62 from England and I have just done mine with the help of this video.

[@johnvandusen567]

I am a 72 year old non-mechanic. I watched your video (and only your video) yesterday, then successfully replaced the trunk struts on my 10 year old Kia Sorento. The dealership quoted me $420 to replace. Thanks to you, less than $60! Great video!!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

John, thanks for watching and taking the time to write! We see from your profile picture, that a sailor is pictured. Is that you or a family member? Tell us a bit more about that! As for the repair on your vehicle, we are glad that we were a help to you and you were both able to do it yourself (that's our tagline: Just Do It Yourself!), as well as save some significant money. Kudos to you and your willingness to try it out and make it happen. Best, DFJ

[@luisriveracaceres9113]

I am a Lyft driver and saved about $350 by using this video, I just did not have a tall ladder!!

[@bsmoove5903]

Exactly!!!

[@ericaechols1894]

Dealership thieves!!!! I’m about to replace the struts on my Scion TC.

[@Bhackett7777]

​@@ericaechols1894 I just did this on my TC. It's extremely difficult without the ladder or someone to hold it up. The hatch is very heavy... at least to hold and attempt to install at the same time.

[@araven14]

Dear Dirt Farmer: I followed your instructions and I replaced my nissan struts in less than 10 minutes. The car shop I went to gave me an estimate of $350 , I bought mine for $20, total cost, you saved me $330 .The guys at the shop see a female walking in and they think they can charge whatever they want.Many, many, many Thanks to you! Empowering people. You can add that to your resume! Thanks again!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to be of help - I'm pleased you were able to take care of this repair by yourself. Now you own that skill! Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@CSmith-gb1sl]

Labor is awful now, huh, tut, tut. They screw with the men coming in too.

[@AdrenaShaunate0325]

Girl, the shop played me too. I paid almost 500 to change my headlights they told me they had to remove the bumper.. fast forward 4 months later my headlight goes out again and I went to o’Reilly and inquired about it come to find out the bumper never had to be removed. There was a door underneath the tire and you just pop out the light and pop another one in it took me about three minutes and the light was only $26. They really try to play us women. 😒

[@mikewaters6980]

@@CSmith-gb1sl Exactly. The whole victim girl story is rubbish. I was quoted way more than $350 by Nissan.

[@dalecauthen9086]

They try to rob guys too. They think we're stupid and ignorant. The HiTec shop here tried to sell me a new rack and pinion for $1600 when there was absolutely nothing wrong with it. And the "Tire and Auto" store that we had trusted wanted to replace all the power steering plumbing when it had such a tiny leak that I never had to add fluid to it. Beware, of EVERYONE !

[@dalecauthen9086]

Thank you so very very much ! I wrestled with my 2013 Lincoln MKX for HOURS yesterday and got nowhere, was lucky not to have hurt my back or pulled out another hernia, somehow did not amputate any fingers or either hand, but was sure I wouldn't sleep last night for all the sore muscles. Then I watched your video and changed out both cartridges in about 30 minutes today.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Love it! I'm glad you prevailed!

[@michellecapp1523]

I'm a 60 wear old woman and I just did this myself because of your video! Thank you for saving me so much money, and the little boost that I can still do stuff lol. Five stars!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great job! Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@karenmaravilla8396]

Oh snap I’ll try to do it

[@sandreawhite7534]

Thanks to your video, i called the company and found the lift struts. They were still open and he CSR helped me. I told her about your video. Thank you so much

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent!

[@DLinkSACTO]

Thanks for this video, you made it super simple! Dealer quoted $179 labor plus $49 for parts! I got the lifts for $20 through Amazon and completed the job in ten minutes thanks to your help! Great job!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent! We love hearing stories like this. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@kayl8344]

$91 and 5 minutes changed my life!!! Thank You So Much!! Changed out my 2009 Nissan Murano! Grocery loading was terrible and then I learned this was an option!!!!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Wahooooo! Glad you were able to take this on and take care of it yourself. Thanks for watching and writing! Best, DFJ

[@joespart4782]

Excellent video. I just replaced mine in under 10 min. Absolutely listen to this gentleman about having a ladder to support the lift gate.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Thanks! I'm glad to hear that it worked so well for you. Best, DFJ

[@dand.9660]

Dirt Farmer Jay - Thank you so much for your video. 3 years later, your video and instructions were spot on, and I replaced my liftgate struts for my RX-450H in 15 minutes after reviewing your video several times. Thanks again!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear! Thanks for writing and letting me know. Best, DFJ

[@DavidWhite-hv3ds]

Just knocked out replacing the struts on my daughter's '01 Pontiac Aztek, hood and hatch. She's been putting up (actually down) with them not doing their job for 3 years or more. Happy Valentine's Day, Em! Thanks for the video assistance, DirtFarmer Jay!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

That is awesome! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

[@jaceklis]

Just watched your video. You seem to be the only one mentioning the compressive strength of the struts! I tried to replace mine on the BMW 328i and thought the new struts were defective, since I could not make them compress a fraction of an inch (200 lb guy!). I was ready to send them back for a refund, but took another stab at it and watched your video. Thank you. I just replaced mine in 5 minutes and they work like a charm! Thanks again!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad that bit of info helped you and you had a successful install!

[@goneg8or]

Just now changed mine after watching your vid. The ladder made this simple. Thanks, man.

[@donnashirley6363]

This video is great! My husband and I changed out the lift struts together. Now I want to try other repairs!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You can do it!

[@bped8790]

The tip to use a step ladder to support the liftgate during the replacement made the job a lot easier and safer. Nice video. Thank you.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Thanks for watching and commenting B Ped. Glad you found the video to behelpful! Best, DFJ

[@kirksanders9478]

Used the ladder to secure the door . Worked perfectly. Took 5 minutes to fix. Thanks.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear, Kirk! Best, DFJ

[@buckiebuk]

Thanks for this mate..got a quote for £300 ..thought can’t be right so got another £240..seen your vid..brought them for £30 each fitted myself..thanks again👍🏾

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You're welcome! We love hearing stories like this! Best, DFJ

[@Rbenterprises4]

I just replaced these supports on a friend's 2013 Highlander with automatic lift gate. They were squeaking badly. Toyota dealer wanted $400 to replace ONE. I bought both supports with brackets online for $70 and replaced them in 20 minutes using your technique. 4-10 mm head bolts! Thanks for video!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Reggie Baker - what a great message to receive! We're glad that you were able to do the repair yourself at a very reasonable cost. Now, this is a skill you own and can make use of from now on. You are welcome - and thanks for being a part of our viewer family! Best Regards, DFJ

[@kinverrunner]

Just changed my stuts using this video. Thank you so much. My struts cost £11 and I remember paying a mechanic over £100 in the past to change them, so thanks again DirtFarmer Jay. from Kinver, England

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Nice work! I'm glad to hear this was helpful to you, even "across the pond!" Best, DFJ

[@DrBleck35]

I've watched other videos on this, but this is the one that talked about supporting the weight of the hatch before doing it. Thank you.

[@johnny07652]

Thank you, I almost broke my hand doing this the wrong way - the whole thing with the clip made all the difference. My replacements came with the brackets so when I took off the old one (OEM with no clips) I removed them by removing the brackets. When I tried to put the first new strut in, I bolted the bracket (with the strut attached) to the liftgate and then tried to attach the bracketto the body (with the strut still attached to that bracket too) and tried to compress the lift with by easing down the gate, and then the body end of it slipped and went up and trapped my hand! The more the gate came down the more it was crshing my hand, so I summoned up all my strength to push up and get my hand out! Then I took a break and decided to check KZbin and found your video (after a couple others) and you did a great job explaining about the clip and when I went back and attached the bracket FIRST and then pulled back the clip and clipped in in AFTERWARDS it all went so quickly and easily !!!! so THANK YOU!!!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

johnny07652, glad we were able to help. hopefully you've gotten back full use of your hand. OUCH. Now that the installation is complete, is everything working well? What type of vehicle were you replacing the struts in? Best, DFJ

[@LuisMorales-vy9ky]

Thank you very much. I have zero experience on repairs. By following this video I was able to fix my car for less than $30. I got the Tailgate Shocks Struts 6261, PM3048 (Beneges brand) from Amazon and replaced the damaged struts in less than 10 minutes.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Thanks for sharing your success story Luis Morales. Helping people like you, and many others, solve issues by "just doing it yourself" is why we do what we do. Keep watching and commenting! Best, DFJ.

[@dtn530]

I just followed your instruction and replace my old Lift Struts. Thanks to your helpful video i did it very well and smoothly. Thanks again and wish you all the best sir .

[@DirtFarmerJay]

I'm glad it helped! Best, DFJ

[@davleigh]

Thank you so much for the video. I was quoted over $550 to do this! Not a typo - over $550, and when I saw your video thought that I could do it myself. $70 and 10 minutes (literally) later, the job was done. I used a small screwdriver blade to prize open the catches, and a large screwdriver wrapped in a cloth to ease the struts off. Simple swap job, so thank you again!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great job, @davleigh! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

[@BarbaraPickett-mk1hp]

Well I am happy to report that I am a 65 year old female and your instructions were spot on. Just replaced my hood struts in less than 10 minutes. Thank you for the good safety advise and the specific instructions as my struts didn't come with any instructions. Thank you!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Barbara, we love hearing stories like this. Congrats on doing that job yourself! Best, DFJ

[@brblum]

Thanks for the video. I just did this today, and opening the clips is only necessary in removing the existing supports. When installing the new ones, they literally just snap on without any manipulation of the clips. Total piece of cake. Edit: the manufacturer, Stabilus, says right on the package that you just push them on until they snap in place. Cheers!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great tip, brblum! Best, DFJ

[@williambuchanan6766]

Excellent instructional video. Replaced my truck's tonneau cover struts today in five minutes. Easy peasay. Thanks Jay.

[@keithyoung7640]

4 years later this video help me thank you so much

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to hear it! - DFJ

[@reallifeengineer7214]

Wonderful video !!! Not just the instructions, but ALSO a place to get reasonably priced struts! 😀 Before coming across this video, I was debating between buying "genuine" gas struts at $250+shipping for a pair (can trust it, but pricey), vs eBay's $24 a pair (very hesitant to trust it). With help of this video, I ordered a pair from LiftSupportsDepot.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Real Life Engineer - I'm really glad this worked out for you and that you found this info to be of so much help to you. I think you will be very pleased with the LiftSupportsDepot product. I talk to them from time to time and will let them know of your great experience. Best Regards, DFJ

[@martinspenegs3636]

Thanx, Jay for a video! It took 10 minutes for me and 27EUR for new springs.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Love it! I'm glad you had such a positive experience!

[@DouglasMcDonald7777]

Saved me a lot of work! Changed the hood strut on my 2005 Crossfire in about 10 minutes.

[@chrisp6072]

Perfect instructions!! Many thanks!! We changed the gas struts on our Daewoo Matiz in just a few minutes. There was no need to remove the clips to install the new ones.'Thumbs up' for showing how to do this safely.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear!

[@RubadubBub]

Thank you so very much. After watching your, easy to follow, instructions I finally bit the bullet and ordered new gas lifter struts for my 2003 Elantra Hatch Back. Today, (with your video running on my phone for reference), I installed them myself, with a little bit of help from hubby, (he held the torch so I could see better and he rigged up a timber support to hold up the heavy tailgate), and I am stoked! No more tailgate coming down on the back of my head when I put my bowling gear in the boot!!! I could have saved myself a bit of stress if I had read the comments below, about not moving the pinch clips on the new struts, but then I might not have had the strength in my (71 year old fingers) to push the fittings onto the ball joint. I feel a great sense of accomplishment tonight, so a huge thank you.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

I told Dirt Farmer Jay about this comment and he wanted to be sure his sentiments were expressed as well as mine. He is so proud of you. People like you embody our tagline "Just Do It Yourself". We spent quite a bit of time in the UK during our careers and from your word choices we're pretty sure you are from the UK too. We live in the Mountain West of the USA but will always remember our trips to the UK with fondness. Best, Dirt Farmer Jay and Maggie.

[@MaggieMilan-yf2bq]

You sound like an Aussie. Your reference to your hubby gave me a hint but I could be quite wrong. I’m about to give this gas strut replacement thingo a go. Here goes …. A 71 year old woman with a screw driver could be dangerous! 😃

[@Delicate141]

First time doing this today took a while with the first piston, but the second was piece of cake. Thanks to you, my trunk is finally lifting without needing me to hold the door. No more. Thank you. ❤

[@meghanbaynes8625]

Thanks so much for this video! Because of you, I was able to replace my struts for $40 instead of $400!!!

[@sacvibe]

Excellent! Worked for me. Mechanic wanted $500 for parts and labor. I bought new parts for $50 and got the job done in 30 minutes.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped, CT! Best, DFJ

[@C4Marshall]

Like with other comments, I am a complete rookie here when it comes to mechanical skills - this video was very well made and it took me less than 5 minutes to change out the strut on my 2014 Jeep. Many thanks!!!

[@lkwilson1642]

Both the hood and lift gate pumps changed. This Mama's pretty proud of herself. You saved me a bunch of money! Thank you so much.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Right on, well done! Best, DFJ

[@user-fs5lc2dl7t]

Watched your video last week and felt sure I could do this after your very clear and thorough lesson. I wish you were my neighbor so I could learn from your life experiences. Ordered the struts for my 1984 Bronco II... they arrived yesterday and today I put them on. Thought maybe I had the wrong ones as they appeared a bit too long. But since I had matched part numbers, it should have fit. Took me a minute to figure out that just because I had a ladder that could support the fully open hatch...it still had a couple of inches available in lift when I got under it and pushed hard. And ...voila!!...perfect fit. A couple of open/close cycles and it all came back to me how the hatch is supposed to move and really appreciate how the struts hold that heavy load. Thanks Dirt Farmer Jay from Farmer J in NM.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Wow! Its comments like yours from viewers like you that keep us going and motivate us to make new content every week. Glad to hear from you, J in NM. And proud that you took on the task and completed it well. Best, DFJ

[@christopherh2476]

Thank you so much for your excellent video and clear instructions Jay. I've just changed my gas struts on my 2005 Nissan Almera after watching your video a couple of times. I'm relieved to have ditched the wooden plank that was propping my hatch/tailgate up which was more dangerous than I thought - you're right, those tailgates are very heavy! Everything went smoothly and you've given me the confidence to try other small practical jobs too.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

I'm really glad this worked out so well for you. Thanks for writing. Best, DFJ

[@ekenedy5722]

Watched your video on changing shocks on the hatch back. Thanks for posting it. I followed the instructions to change the shocks on my wife’s Chrysler van. It worked perfectly.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Nice job!

[@indiana600610]

Exactly what I needed to know! Using the ladder is a great idea and much safer than the prop that I was going to use. Thanks!!!

[@kathleenburgess9958]

Thank you for this!!! I just had my trunk fall on my back about a month ago and then it hit my shoulder about three days ago. Changing out the hydraulics seemed incredibly intimidating. But now I know it’s as easy as changing your wiper blades! Thank you

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You got this! Let me know how it turns out for you!

[@NoHSara235]

Well. I'm a 62 yo woman who KZbind how to fix the hatchback on my Fiat 500. Saw your video and successfully replaced the trunk struts (now I know what they're called!). Ended up ordering the parts from Amazon as the price was cheaper than your guy's as shipping was included. Getting those clips to budge was a bit tricky. I ended up needing to use a hammer to tap them up and open. Only cost me $49 to solve the problem. Thanks

[@jasminebeauxjangles]

Thank you for being so thorough in your explanation and safety focus in your video.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You're welcome, Jerry.

[@siraja6679]

Thanks Jay, I replaced my struts so effortlessly, thanks to your video. Saved me all the time, effort n money of going to a mechanic.

[@marthawarren6138]

Awesome Explanation! It was easy to do and you saved me a $90.00 hourly minimum fee to get them in! Thanks so much!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You're welcome!

[@philgriswold2133]

My favorite type of how-do video. Everything I needed and nothing I didn't.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent!

[@monicabetancourt6338]

This tutorial was really well done and informative. I am a complete novice in car maintenance but following this video made the process very clear and easy to replace my gas struts on my Volvo XC90 2014. Thank you!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear of your success in installing these units yourself! Thanks for watching our video and then taking time to let us know! Congratulations! Best, DFJ

[@denniscaylor9058]

Yes thank you the info.

[@ErikHawk]

Wow, thank you! I would not have figured out exactly how the clips work without seeing your video. The the instructions that came with my new gas struts was not clear. Much appreciated!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to help, Erik. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@haunthunterify]

Great tip with the ladder for support vs some suggesting to use a broom which is obviously not stable.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Right on. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@dp134]

Thanks a lot Jay! Just did on my hatchback car and it took me 3-4 minutes! God bless you!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear, dejan! Congratulations on a job well done. Best, DFJ

[@dantosinferne]

thank you! i noticed my hatch hasn't been lifting as quickly so i was thinking about getting them fixed. thankfully i've seen other videos talking about how these are doable at home, so i came here as a refresher. definitely gotta do this when i get a little extra cash!

[@overnightsocial]

Thank you so much Dirt Farmer Jay, we now feel comfortable enough to try your techniques. 😅

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear! Let us know how it turns out.

[@lourdesmurchison2372]

I watched several videos on how to install the lift arm, and this one was the best. Thank you for showing us on the new arm where the clip is and how to remove it. I could never see what they were lifting in the other videos. I was able to replace it myself in no time. Thanks again for a great tutorial. I feel so accomplished.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Good for you Lourdes Murchison. Your actions embody our overall motto which is "Just Do It Yourself". Congrats!! DFJ

[@robertswaney731]

@@DirtFarmerJay lloop

[@gustavovega9921]

Farner Jay, Thank you so much for the tutorial. The ladder was an awesome idea, I was trying to figure out how to hold the lift gate, awesome idea. That lift gate is really heavy

[@jeffreyearnest3257]

Thank you for the help it was easy and took all of ten minutes for me. I'm 62 and okay handy man . Thank you for this video

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to help. Congrats on a job well done! Best, DFJ

[@janehutchison1063]

Thank you Jay. I replaced my struts today without injuring myself! 67 y/o woman. Easy peasy!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent! I'm glad you took the initiative to do this task yourself. Congrats! Best, DFJ

[@RestorationWatch]

Thanks Jay, you made that so easy to understand and I changed my hatch struts in a flash. You're a legend! 😀

[@rtsaldivar]

Best visual and explanation on how to make this change out!! Thx!!

[@msb919]

I was wondering why I could not move the piston by hand and was worrying that something was wrong. Thanks for explaining that part!

[@winstonchurchill3597]

Same here. lol

[@liraco_mx]

You don't need to touch the retainer clips on the new pieces (just pop them in!). That ladder tip saved me a lot of effort (someone else suggested double vise grips). It was super easy to change them and saved me a ton of money. Thanks!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Thanks for this. A later edition mentions this as well. Thanks for the reminder. Best, DFJ

[@justanamitard]

I had to replace my mother’s pistons and this tutorial really helped. Thanks

[@susanscott8752]

Your clear directions, great suggestions, and thoughtful visuals made changing the lift supports in our vehicle a quick and smooth undertaking. Thanks for helping-out two novices!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Wow, I can't tell you how much it means to us when we get responses like this! This is excactly why we do what we do! Best to you two "Lift Struts Experts!!" Dirt Farmer Maggie and DFJ

[@bafattvahetere]

If you don't drive an Audi TT 2008-2014. To remove the originals is NOT possible without a special tool. Screwdriver, NO WAY.

[@jamminjosieluvsdogs]

Thank you very much for this video!! I bought new gas struts from lift support depot from your recommendation. Along with this video it made replacing them on my 2016 Honda Pilot a breeze!!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to hear it Josephine! Congrats on doing this job yourself! Best, DFJ

[@goforbirdies]

Thanks a lot for this instruction. I replaced it all by myself today.

[@jjlynn6161]

Thank you! I just need to replace the rear lift struts. I found this video very helpful, especially how to check if a strut might be defective.

[@AnotherH8er]

This tutorial was the best. We replaced the lifts on our car with no issue. Thank you!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad to be of help!

[@kenfelker805]

Very good tip using the step ladder to hold the tailgate up while you replace the struts. I at first tried it with a broom handle. Not as safe as the ladder. Thanks Jay!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped, yep, we just filmed a new edition of this topic, with further details. That trusty ladder came in handy once again and allowed me to safely do the replacements by myself. Thanks for watching and look for the next episode! Best, DFJ

[@dubbwire3198]

I watched a 2 minute video before this one and thought i had it covered BUT!!! You saved me SO MUCH PAIN and trouble in your first 2 minutes I had to leave a comment. Thanks for showing me how to do it right.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

So glad we could be of helo DuBB Wire. Keep watching and commenting. We LOVE viewers like you! Best, DFJ

[@silverclouds3725]

DFJ, great video!!! This is third lift support replacement video I watched - on the first two channels, I couldn't see what was going on with the clips and their hands continued to obscure the procedure!! You, on the otger hand, showed a close-up of the clip on the new strut so the mechanics of it were obvious!! That's just plain considerate AND smart!! Thanks!! Subscribed!!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate both the feedback and you becoming one of our viewer family! Best, DFJ

[@shaylawilkinson6317]

This video was so helpful! As a female who often finds herself having to tackle these task, I can't thank you enough!!❤

[@DirtFarmerJay]

We're so glad to be of help. Being able to do it yourself is certainly "soul-filling!" Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@paulowen4592]

Thanks. Completed the job under 10 minutes on my 2007 Toyota Sequoia!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped!

[@JohnAllenRoyce]

Thanks for the great video, your instructions are spot on and I replaced the struts with no issues. Dirt Farmer Jay is a very good teacher!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped, John. And, thanks for the kind words! Best, DFJ

[@stevenwilgus8982]

Dear dear farmer jay, I just watched your video on how to install that lift truck, and I have to tell you I learned a great deal from it that augmented what I watched another video. And yes it turns out that I have the exact same company that I bought the struts from through Amazon. Thank you for the PDF!!! I gladly liked and subscribed to your channel.

[@ACRoomReviews]

Watched your video and it gave me a little insight into replacing them. Worked out good was able to successfully install new ones on my gf 2012 Chevrolet Sonic hatchback!

[@michaelpereira8937]

Excellent instructions and demonstration, Jay. Lift Support Depot did provide me the correct supports for my KIA Rio5, for which I am very grateful, as the KIA dealer wanted $225/pair (what else is new) for what L.S.D. charged me only $58/pair. But I found their instruction page a little confusing. Your video clarified everything. Thanks a lot. --Mike Pereira

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Mike, we're glad to hear that our video was of help to you and that Lift Support Depot had what you need. Thanks for the insight on the instructions not being as clear as it could have been. I'm in contact with them about a possible collaboration and I'll mention your comment. Best Regards, DFJ

[@ollie54able]

Great video and tip sheet! Got the parts and it took me longer to move the other cars out of the driveway than it it replacing both struts on my tailgate of my daughters 2008 Honda Odyssey. Thanks again.

[@johnfromcork]

Hello DirtFarmerJay, thanks for putting up this video. I bought gas struts for my ford and when I tried to push them together manually and they didn't budge, I thought they were defective. Your video was very helpful, keep up the great work. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain how the gas struts actually work. I looked at a few youtube videos but none explained how the gas struts engage with the boot of the car.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad I could help johnfromcork. Thanks for watching and commenting. Love great viewers like you! Best, DFJ

[@duyxuan2000]

So do i. Thought it was a toy

[@aaarruf]

Appreciate your time and expertise . Also the information on the online ordering. Great Job! Thank you.

[@fishnet34]

Great video! Is there a way to adjust the height of the tail gate or strut on a 2015 Toyota Prius or buy a different strut & what size do I buy. Even on my tip toes I can barely reach it.

[@markmcintyre8718]

I watched your video just to understand how to remove the strut clips. Just what I needed for my tailgate dropper strut. Thanks

[@DirtFarmerJay]

You're welcome!

[@vaidasvaidas393]

Super, it took me 5 min to change, thanks for the tips

[@stonezz8863]

Thanks really needed this help as both sides gave out causing someone to have to hold open while loading the car. And if no one was available, well you get the picture. Great install video

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Very welcome!

[@chrisr8086]

I bought my struts for 10 bucks a pop from stabilus and had somewhat of an idea on how to do it but I decided to watch this video to make sure I was doing it right lol. Saved so much money doing it myself. Also I didn't have any grease on hand but I did have brake system silicone compound instead and I know that stuff holds up well from the times I've used it.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent, Chris!

[@apsaravideo]

Thank you for this video. After watching it I went to chang the struts hatchback on my 2008 Toyota Matrix quite easily - less than 3 minutes !!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear!

[@FrydriceT4R]

Very helpful video DirtFarmer Jay-thanks for taking your time to help out so many of us. My application was for an 08 Honda Ridgeline hood struts- from FIGS Engineering, which came with no instructions. I did not understand the basics of prepping the clips to accept the ball socket- until watching your vid, thank you again sir.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear, Ron! I'm glad this was helpful to you. Best Regards, DFJ

[@Vydios123]

Thank you! I just went out and changed mine after watching your tutorial. Easy peasy!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Congrats for being self reliant!! You are a great example of what our channel is all about - JUST Do It YOURSELF. Best to you, DFJ

[@mikezog1030]

Thanks this was very helpful as I wasn't sure how to get the catches off the back and didn't want to break them.

[@roberthayter157]

Great video. Thanks. It gave me the knowhow to fit new struts. Took me ten minutes. Best wishes from 🇬🇧.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Excellent!

[@novemberjohn]

Thanks for the video! Once I saw how easy it was, it did it myself. I could not find the lift supports at any local parts store and didn't even come up on a Honda Factory Parts site. LS Depot sent them in 4 days.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Nice work, John P! I'm glad this worked out for you. I'm a big fan of LiftSupportDepot.com! Best, DFJ

[@kimshannon6408]

Wow, what fantastic tutorial. The camera shots are excellent, it is wonderful to be able to see exactly what you are doing all the way through to the end. Have saved this to my computer. I was hesitant to buy this little hatchback because the struts don't work, but now will confidently put another bid on it. Thanks a million!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joehaney5482]

This was very helpful. I had a hell of a time changing om my girls Jeep. Thank you

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped, Joe! Best, DFJ

[@freshmintsky]

So helpful!! I’m a woman and I did this!! ❤🎉

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great job!

[@mjs28c]

I just replaced mine (2014 Jeep Compass). If it took me 3 minutes to swap them, I'd be exaggerating. Piece-of-cake! THANKS!!!!!!!!! 😎👍

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Nice work! Thanks for letting us know. Best, DFJ

[@youngakw]

You da man! Thank-you so much for your excellent suggestion on using a ladder to prop-up the tailgate. I successfully replace struts on two RX300s using my 6' ladder and a couple of 2 by 4s.. My friend unfortunately got one strut installed and while installing the second, the tailgate came crashing down, shattering her back window. She didn't have a ladder and instead used a long, unstable 2 by 4.

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Glad it helped, Alan. Once you know how, this is a simple repair that is, in my opinion, commonly overcharged for. I'm sorry to hear about your friend's "headache" and broken window. Talk about something simple turning into a complexity. UGGGH. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

[@aiwalsh2009]

Thanks to your video, my partner was able to replace these struts while I made sure the hatch didn't fall down.

[@elliotchalew4022]

Thank you for concepting, staging, filming, publishing and posting this most carefully described step-by-step "how to" video. Viewed the video twice which was all it took to elevate my confidence level to perform an "easy-peasy" successful replacement. Great job!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear from you Elliot. I'm happy I could help. Our channel motto is "just do it yourself". There is nothing more gratifying than taking on a task and completing it!! Keep watching and commenting! Best to you, DFJ

[@susanrogers8496]

Great tutorial!! Saved me a ton of money and only took about 10 mins!

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Great to hear!

[@cjwaywell]

When you put them on you just push them on you do not need to touch the clips before hand, the only time you touch the clips is when you are getting them off.

[@drm9979]

this.

[@miltonfranklin6668]

Thank you. That is exactly what I did. I did grease the ball joints beforehand.

[@sammiewilliams7967]

Thank you! I wish i would have read your comment before diving into this today. I snapped off one of the clips. I slid it on the joint anyway. Next time I will know. Thank you again for the advice.

[@williamthomas8135]

You will need a small screwdriver to loosen the old clips, grease the balls, loosen the new clips on new struts, snap ball joint on balls, push the clips if they need help to snap back in place. My prob is, the new struts are 3 inches "too long" and I Can't compress them by hand. I thought they were the Rokcauto listed part.

[@pay9011]

Yeah. The pdf states the same point. You don't need to prep them, just snap them on. He didn't follow the instructions.

[@StGeoRUSH619]

Top Notch instructional video, Jay... Loved it !!! I'm putting in my order for my 2011 Venza (the struts FINALLY gave out) as we speak. Thank you, Brother 😎

[@DirtFarmerJay]

Right on! Let me know how it turns out. Best, DFJ