FRONT STRUT REPLACEMENT (2006-2013 CHEVY IMPALA)

Step by step video for replacing the front struts on a 2013 Chevy Impala

[@DavesWheeling]

Don’t understand why your vids dont have a lot more views. Straight to the point snd very accurate repair videos

[@marcopolo5541]

Yeah, I agree. Video was really well-put together

[@Shainsung]

Just want to say great video very straight forward. You explained it very well thank you.

[@mnight207]

Good video. What are you thoughts on that Daytona jack?

[@barricadegarage5361]

Midnights & Mornings Ive only had it for about 2 months but Its heavy as hell and the foot pump is useless when under load. other than that its a good Jack

[@mnight207]

BARRICADE GARAGE Yeah it looks heavy but it also looks well put together. Love the color. Thanks for the reply man. Much appreciated

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

@@barricadegarage5361 Thanks for answering that question because we were considering getting one, but to have to pick it up each time we have to take it out of the truck WOULD SUCK!!

[@barricadegarage5361]

Astral Auto Repairs Its a great Jack and its well made and feels more solid than the average 3 ton Jack. The main reason I got it was because its maximum lift height is 24 inches compared to the 18 inch maximum lift height of my old 3 ton floor jack from harbor freight. Its also low profile which I needed after trying to get my last jack under my cousins bmw, and the long reach allows to to easily reach the crossmember of most cars to lift the entire front end or rear end so im not jacking up one side at a time... however this Jack has a foot pump that will let you raise the jack without pumping the handle if your in a tight spot but as soon as you reach the jacking point it becomes useless because you wont be heavy enough to push the foot pump down with your own weight.. and I think this thing is 101 lbs which didnt sound like much but its long and akward and after pulling it on and off a box truck or service vehichle a few times it becomes clear that this Jack is supposed to be a garage queen. I love it tho and I think the good outweighs the bad and that extra lift height is just what I need especially since I tend to work on lifted vehichles

[@OnlineAutoRepairVideos]

Quick struts are THE BEST!! You never cease to amaze me with how well you narrate your videos, excellent work!

[@sethdaniels1872]

No problems only solutions. I dig it, great video brother! ✌️

[@jorgenvonstrangle000]

I’m looking into getting some; last ones I bought ended up not fitting from Monroe and was a bitch to return via USPS, hope these fit mine, it’s a 2015 Impala Limited, nice viceo btw

[@jdhitc]

I just don't understand how this can possibly be this easy and cost sooooo much at a shop

[@barricadegarage5361]

The shop is a buisness so your not just paying for labor, your paying cost of supplies, overhead and they have employee's that need to be paid and rent due along with equipment cost on top of the fact they need to make a profit to stay in buisness. The last thing on their mind when you show up is how much money you feel is fair for repairs. Thats just the nature of the beast and prices are just going to increase which is why I share some of what I know to help people out

[@vicortiz5635]

Yea, no doubt, dont leave comments often, but u is smoove en a mug son👍

[@barricadegarage5361]

Vic Ortiz thanks bro

[@luiscereceres4442]

Easier if you take the bottom bolts off first, that way you don't have to hammer so much

[@markbensinger3560]

I’m not trying to hijack this thread nor start a brand debate…. What are the specs on the Milwaukee Lithium Ion Impact? I want one….

[@pscott3150]

Everything looked good up until I saw you put strut bolts at the spindle in the opposite way than u took them out. Now I'm guess that it doesn't matter which way the those bolts are installed. 👍🏽 just a lil observation. Great video though

[@barricadegarage5361]

So I can hammer them out easier if need be. The bolts direction doesnt matter

[@Jose-ni3fm]

I hit a bad bump now I hear a noise and feel a vibration on my right front tire can you tell me what I can do to fix it its a 2009 chevy impala

[@nomad-1776]

I need to replace my back struts. I'm guessing the process is pretty similar

[@Usmanthemecano]

Like A boss

[@southernindianamackvolvosales]

Do you need to get an alignment after replacing the Struts?

[@mloren2627]

very good video well done I have seen a lot of videos and your is one of the best kept it up

[@binxnegale5801]

Idk if im trippn but i might be only one noticed u put bottom bolts back on backwards. But other than that great job an simple. Do u need a alignment afterwards?

[@barricadegarage5361]

I put the bolts back on in the best position to bang them out again if I have to. Yes you will need an alignment

[@binxnegale5801]

@@barricadegarage5361 👍👍

[@peoriavideosltd6822]

I was going to comment on this also. Usually, it is recommended to re-install the bolts the same direction they came out. I wonder why that is, or if it even matters? Coincidently, I watched another video later (from 1A Auto) and on their Impala, the bolts were "backwards", IE, the nuts were on the end opposite where the caliper is. Maybe the factory finally wised up and put them in that way, so we're not risking hitting the caliper when we hammer out the bolts. Or perhaps their car had already had its struts changed and the bolts were installed backwards. Anyway, I recently replaced the REAR struts on my Impala and for those, I had to remove the caliper and secure it up and out of the way. There was NO room to hammer out the bolts with the caliper in the way. Reversing the bolts would have been a big timesaver.

[@dmoney6042]

If u can bro can u find or do a video for a 2013 Chevy Malibu like this

[@barricadegarage5361]

Ok but its pretty much done the same way but on the malibu you just have to unbolt the sway bar which is connected to the strut

[@JordashGenes]

Take the bottom 2 bolts out first next time right?

[@ScottsFormula350TPI]

great vid man but only thing i did not see you mention having to unbolt stabalyzer bushings to get strut to line up in bottom 2 holes. Had a hell of a time figuring it out,but doesnt take away from vid,enjoyed watching.

[@lawrencecarroll2031]

EXCELLENT video! I think even amateur mechanic like me should be able to change these!! Thank you very much!

[@barricadegarage5361]

Youll get the Job done easily no problem, trust me!

[@karldumas5858]

That’s same problem I got now

[@chuck0683]

Thanks for the video Wright to the point

[@marks9897]

Another great video, thanks

[@barricadegarage5361]

Thanks

[@stackmorehateless]

Ok bmore careful 💯

[@ViperJay5]

Shiiiittt...that's EASY! I know with the crap roads around here, mine will need to be replaced sooner or later. This video is extremely easy to follow, straight to the point. I love it! Thanks!

[@dinomeanmann7391]

Rock Auto for 90 a piece? Dayum 4 real?

[@barricadegarage5361]

A decent pair will be a little more

[@42LUNCHBOX]

Great, easy to understand video! I love how you shared the Torque settings and socket sizes. Awesome share Boss. Subscribed!

[@antoniobeatty2462]

Yhouu just save me a couple hundred..👍🏿.💪🏿 keep the videos coming.....THANKS MY BRO

[@cocacolacowboy1402]

Nice to see a video of a guy doing it like the average guy would. No fully equipped shop, no lift, looks like the average guy doing it in your driveway or garage

[@tsfyootwiin]

*Dam bro I got next on mines! Didn’t think it was this easy, waay better than paying $150 each at a shop!* ✊🏾👌🏾

[@anthonydavila6236]

Hey, every time I reverse my car I get a bad shake, tremble. What could that be? I just followed this video and replaced the struts. 🥴

[@celeblive7253]

Where did you get the parts from?

[@celeblive7253]

Never mind I re watched and heard

[@curtiscarey580]

2012 Chevy impala LTZ how many FT Lbs do you torque The rear top and bottom strut bolts to ?

[@drillnauticus]

This was a good video. It really explained why those knuckle-to-strut bolts were so hard for me to remove.

[@deanving13]

The nut on the end of the bolt when you smack it is what I've been missing. Can't believe i forgot about that.

[@markbensinger3560]

Super good video man. When you were driving out the bolts that are pressed in place, I have seen a guy use an air hammer with a blunt pointed end bit to drive them out too. (But an 8# hammer takes seconds.)

[@PatLee_ND]

Have you replaced the front shocks yet since you purchased those from Rock Auto?

[@juliocesarceron1273]

a question I changed the rear shock absorbers to my 2007 impala but it hits the rim which could be

[@TheOutwiththeold]

Yeah do yourself a favor the ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, place a rag over that CV boots just in case you lose grip on that strut you going to tear up that boots and I'll save you a lot of time and hassle

[@scotthoward6884]

Just wondering dont guess it matters what direction the bolts go in but you put the bolts in wrong way?

[@cwsosby]

Strong work and thanks for sharing!!! Is it OK to torque those top nuts before putting a load on it?

[@rhettharkleroad6105]

What part number are these, I have the 18 inch wheels too but no seeing that option on there

[@MarioLT4]

Beautiful job looks great

[@thehotcorner5776]

any reason why you reversed the bolts on the bottom attaching the steering? Does this make a difference? Thanks for the video, very helpful

[@daddykiller5835]

I noticed that as well. Maybe its the other side??

[@motorcity9319]

Good work bro I have a 08

[@JayJay-wl4nj]

Great video thanks

[@bethehype5339]

Dope

[@nehemiahjackson]

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO I MUST SAY YOU ARE A BLESSED GENUIS YOU WENT OUT AND PURCHASE THE RIGHT TOOLS TO DO THE JOB PERFECTLY SAVING THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS AND GIVING YOURSELF A SELF MADE WARRANTY ON YOUR OWN WORK, THEN SHARING YOUR SKILLS WITH THE ENTIRE WORLD TRUTHFULLY, I MUST TAKE MY HAT OFF TO YOU SIR I TRULY ADMIRE PEOPLE LIKE YOU WHO ARE SMART AND WHEN YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR THE GOOD WORKS OF GOD AND HAVE THE CHANCE TO DO IT YOU DID IT PERFECTLY EXCELLENT JOB 10 STARS FOR U

[@JosePerez-dy9zz]

dam my man no problems only solutions thats what im talking about im the same way good job thinking positive in general

[@daddykiller5835]

Thank you. I'm going to be changing my struts this weekend. 1st time ever changing struts on my 2012 Chevrolet Impala by myself. Great video 👍