Nissan Xterra / Frontier Rear Shocks, Sway Bar Links, & Bushings Replacement

[@raffieb762]

Hello, great video, one question, on the sway bar links I ordered replacements and only came with 1 nut on each bolt, am I supposed to leave that one on and use the old nut to tighten so in the future when I have to replace it again it won't strip and just turn round and round? I mean it makes sense but just want to confirm. Thank you!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Nothing wrong with using the original nuts. They're probably better.

[@wellnessotr]

What size wrench did you use to hold the opposite side while ratcheting the rear links off?

[@hardlymovingpro]

14mm

[@afterbuner728]

I just put in new cv axles, upper and lower arms, sway bar links and tie rods in the front end of my 06 xterra. I had it aligned already. Thinking I should do the rear end links now too.. will I need to get another alignment after doing the rear end?

[@hardlymovingpro]

If the rear end isn't making noise, I'd leave it alone.

[@SibRevs]

Thanks for the reply. What are some good brands for ball joints and suspension/steering components?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Mevotech.

[@rogeryanez8107]

Nice video brother, quick question does it matter what side the washer goes on? Thanks✌

[@hardlymovingpro]

On the outside.

[@rogeryanez8107]

Sorry what I was referring to was the side of the washer it's like a bowl shape, Does it matter what side of the washer?

[@LoneTenor]

Hi I’m trying to replace my shocks and can’t get the bolts to budge. I’ve done pb blaster and tried a breaker bar with no luck. Have any suggestions? My porter cable impact didn’t budge them either. I just soaked them in atf to see if that’ll loosen them more 🤞

[@hardlymovingpro]

Try using heat ... like from a propane or acetylene torch.

[@LoneTenor]

@@hardlymovingpro thanks I’ll try that tonight

[@LoneTenor]

@@hardlymovingpro worked like a charm!! Thank you! 💪🏻☺️👍

[@hardlymovingpro]

My pleasure!

[@SibRevs]

Hey Hardly Moving Productions. In your experience, what are some good aftermarket parts brands? I.E. AC Delco, Delphi, Moog, etc

[@hardlymovingpro]

For high end shocks and struts, go with KYB & Sachs followed by Moog; they're not cheap but have great warranties (lifetime). Then comes all the rest (Monroe, Gabriel, etc. which aren't that bad IMHO).

[@rafaalmonacid1182]

Hey very instructive video man. Quick question; I wanna get me those same shocks, do you think they would be good for a 2” PML (2 inch lift)?

[@hardlymovingpro]

I would assume you'd have to get longer shocks.

[@Chambers-ie8ie]

Did you put the washers on wrong? They look outwards

[@hardlymovingpro]

Don't think so.

[@estrelladeldesierto66]

👍👍👍☝☝☝

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@andrew8175]

Twisting stabilizer doesn’t necessarily mean they’re bad

[@hardlymovingpro]

Unless they're making noise. Thanks for sharing!