This is One Of The Most Expensive Shocks In Toyota Land!

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The Car Care Nut

The Car Care Nut

Күн бұрын

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@aaronbeckman8568
@aaronbeckman8568 Жыл бұрын
If you can live without the adjustable shocks, Bilstein 4600s are $100/ea and deliver a decent ride. Disconnecting the adjustable dampers won't trip any dash warning lights. Love your channel!
@volvo09
@volvo09 Жыл бұрын
I was wondering if there was a standard drop in.
@bngr_bngr
@bngr_bngr Жыл бұрын
Your comment is gold.
@chumpthetraitor7331
@chumpthetraitor7331 Жыл бұрын
It's like buying a Ferrari and put Honda inline 4 engine in it.
@volvo09
@volvo09 Жыл бұрын
@@chumpthetraitor7331 not really, AMD said the shocks don't really do all that much, so you aren't majorly downgrading the ride quality of the vehicle.
@frostedjedi
@frostedjedi Жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea​@@chumpthetraitor7331
@55paddymac
@55paddymac Жыл бұрын
You are the mechanic that everyone dreams of to work on their car.
@claudiacanales2662
@claudiacanales2662 10 ай бұрын
Seriously I would love a bday presents that gifts me a through car checkup!
@Sam-f1k8e
@Sam-f1k8e 2 ай бұрын
i do my own maintenance.
@pahanin2480
@pahanin2480 Жыл бұрын
My mans actually shows hands on mechanical work alongside his reviews…legend
@burntnougat5341
@burntnougat5341 Жыл бұрын
I know, unlike a certain Car Wizard ahem cough cough
@DapimpBDSD
@DapimpBDSD Жыл бұрын
Another tip for removing shock or struts "easier", clean the threads with a wire brush as best possible and spray some penetrating fluid and let it sit for a sec. At work, we used to replace rear shocks all the time and 90% of the time, we would break the shock off at the nut due to corrosion and they would crack off. We would need to buy nuts also and sometimes they were a pain to get. Now i spend 1 min cleaning the threads and a quick shot of lube and i never snap the shocks anymore. For DIYers, it definitely worth the time.
@chumpthetraitor7331
@chumpthetraitor7331 Жыл бұрын
New shocks come with top nut.
@Dytopjewa7631
@Dytopjewa7631 Жыл бұрын
Or cover the threads with some kind of rubber/plastic boot..
@thooks1234
@thooks1234 Жыл бұрын
Yeah I don't understand why the people in the rust belt don't spray the fasteners the first thing and let them sit while they are doing other stuff or setting up.... I do it and I live in the Southeast, very little if any rust on anything.
@DapimpBDSD
@DapimpBDSD Жыл бұрын
@@Dytopjewa7631 water/moisture will get in there regardless
@garypiont6114
@garypiont6114 Жыл бұрын
Also spray the nuts a few days before, they come off real easy.
@skipdog77
@skipdog77 Жыл бұрын
AMD: Love the GX content as a new owner myself (2020) -- I made my choice for the premium (non air ride) based on knowing how expensive these are! Non air rear shock is 80$ from Lexus. Please keep the GX content coming!
@johnsteele8382
@johnsteele8382 Жыл бұрын
I replaced struts on my 2001 Avalon about two years ago with KYB struts. Initially I was hesitant whether to do that or go with Toyota struts. It was an old car so I just went with KYB. It worked beautifully and couldn’t have been happier given the cost savings and the ride felt just like it used too.
@joshuatran3667
@joshuatran3667 11 ай бұрын
When you went from really old shocks struts to new ones you'd feel that way. Doesn't matter.
@jesusalfaro6185
@jesusalfaro6185 11 ай бұрын
I will be using KYB for my 2000 Avalon XLS very soon.
@nekto34
@nekto34 Жыл бұрын
This lecture about KYB struts is very useful. A shop did the front struts on my 2004 4Runner 1.5 yrs ago and the mount on the passenger side strut is loose and rattles every time I go over bumps. Took it to five shops with this issue, all said it's nice and tight and fine. Now I understand it's likely that these shocks are not to the specs of the vehicle - it cannot be that loose.
@johnmedina5399
@johnmedina5399 Жыл бұрын
Blistein makes great shocks. The new trd Toyotas usually use blisteins. Also get new top hats.
@jamram9924
@jamram9924 Жыл бұрын
In my shop experience, some of the issues are with the KYB strut mounts. When I see the country of origin like India or Thailand , I’ll use the factory mounts. It’s the quality of materials used in that country. The average customer doesn’t know or even care. I take this extra step because I don’t care to perform a repair within the 12 month/12,000 warranty our shop extends to our customers.
@thooks1234
@thooks1234 Жыл бұрын
@@johnmedina5399 I firmly believe that there's a decent contingent of employees at Bilstein who own / drive / outfit Tundras/4-runners/etc. They've got some good stuff that fits very well and benefits Toyotas today.
@nservice1625
@nservice1625 Жыл бұрын
Kyb mounts suck.They don't last long. Stick with factory mounts.
@ozzy4219
@ozzy4219 Жыл бұрын
Five shops !?!?!? Well , lucky you !!!!!
@chrissimons9733
@chrissimons9733 Жыл бұрын
You have to love watching the old battered parts coming out and fresh genuine parts going in. There is something wonderful about that.
@Mike_44
@Mike_44 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this channel. My Japanese cars have been Honda and Subaru and lately I’ve been slowly transitioning to outmost reliable Toyota brand. So very glad this channel exists. Many blessings and Happy and prosperous 2024!!
@chumpthetraitor7331
@chumpthetraitor7331 Жыл бұрын
Good. Now you can give up vaping too.
@Mike_44
@Mike_44 Жыл бұрын
@@chumpthetraitor7331 I never did vaping lol I’m not that kind of Subie owner.
@YoSneed
@YoSneed 8 ай бұрын
This guy is so awesome! Just stumbled across his channel while researching 2017-2018 GX460. Thank you for your channel and advise
@scottpomygalski6078
@scottpomygalski6078 Жыл бұрын
I had the same setup for the most part on my GX470. It turned into a pain with the cost of replacement and adjusting to level. The shocks were great, to this day, I had a smoother ride going over a really rough pot hole road than any other vehicle I drove to date. Back in the day, they did not have many replacement non-adjustable options like now. The brackets on the rear end were different so I could not just replace them with springs and such. TIME TO ASK FOR A RAISE JOSE!!!
@wernerdanler2742
@wernerdanler2742 Жыл бұрын
Christmas bonus time! 😂😅😂
@flyonbyya
@flyonbyya Жыл бұрын
My 17 year old, 301,000 mile rear shocks on my ‘07 Yaris are STILL good! I live in rusty land Michigan and drive bumpy dirt roads!
@stoneyt46
@stoneyt46 5 ай бұрын
I just ripped out the air bags and adjustable suspension on my gx470. I installed old man emu coils and shocks. Lifted the vehicle 3 inches for the price off 2 of those shocks. It rides and handles way better now. The air ride in the gx line up is a gimmic
@993mike
@993mike Жыл бұрын
I replaced the entire front and rear suspension on my GX with a kit from Dobinson, which included pre-assembled front struts & springs, rear twin tube shocks, and rear airbag replacement springs, locating pucks & isolators. Way better body control than the wallowy air bags, way less front dive under braking, and the shocks & springs give an excellent ride. Total win, and it was something I did in my own garage, all for about $2K including new swaybar links and bushings. It even leveled out the truck with a mild 1" lift in the front and I chose the zero lift rear springs, but they offer higher lift options as well.
@Salih-Al-Saffar
@Salih-Al-Saffar Жыл бұрын
Did you have any dash lights on?, I think of doing the same thing without a lift
@2URLex
@2URLex Жыл бұрын
Your passion and knowledge for these vehicles is an inspiration. Anyone ever has a question for Toyotas I’d direct them to this channel.
@natehirsh
@natehirsh Жыл бұрын
Dear Sir. I learn so much from you each time I watch your show. Million Thanks !!
@KiwiPokerPlayer
@KiwiPokerPlayer Жыл бұрын
Don't mess with a mechanic, they are all deceptively strong. They work out for a living. I really feel it the day after doing my own brakes lol. I was around 17 and was bending pipes on my socket wrench trying to get a spark plug out. I took it to the local mechanic, first car, first time meeting the dude. Told him the problem, he looked at me like I was a little girl and popped it out with a hand and a stump. The dude's arm was cut off below the elbow and he got it out with the wrench in his pocket.
@georgeallen7667
@georgeallen7667 11 ай бұрын
Old Man Emus for the win
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i 11 ай бұрын
Old Man Emus for riding like a garbage truck
@alanaho4915
@alanaho4915 Жыл бұрын
My Tundra 2007 Limited has 206k miles, and I still have the original shocks and struts. I love toyota parts!
@SeahawkAz
@SeahawkAz Жыл бұрын
I also have a 2007 Tundra with its original shocks 260k miles
@alanaho4915
@alanaho4915 Жыл бұрын
@@SeahawkAz Niiiicce!
@chipholland9
@chipholland9 Жыл бұрын
I'm still on the original shocks on my 2004 GX470. Replacing them will likely be the thing that forces me to sell it (they should be replaced in pairs). A full set would be $2500 before labor.
@Moondoggy1941
@Moondoggy1941 Жыл бұрын
Well I will be first in line to purchase your GX LOL, there are tons of after market options that do not cost near that much. You have lots of options. My local Lexus dealer is charging 1,023 for a pair of rear shocks for a GX 470, so the older GX's are cheaper. I am going to have and look at my shocks and see if they have been replaced, I bought mine used from a Lexus dealer.
@KidCorporate
@KidCorporate Жыл бұрын
Let me take that lemon off your hands!
@SupraSav
@SupraSav Жыл бұрын
That's not a good enough reason to get rid of a well maintained vehicle - unless it hasn't been maintained well and/or has other issues.
@Moondoggy1941
@Moondoggy1941 Жыл бұрын
@@KidCorporate So kind of you helping for a brother out.🤣
@chipholland9
@chipholland9 Жыл бұрын
@@SupraSav It has been well maintained, but currently looking at replacing the panhard rod in the back and perhaps the other rear trailing arms because the rubber bushings are worn. If the rear shocks are bad too, then I'll see if I can get a 2023 for a good price.
@Timetrends-n5t
@Timetrends-n5t Жыл бұрын
I have a LC150 Prado which is basically the same truck but without the luxury and luckily normal struts without the electronic settings. Keep it simple😊 thanks man for all the hard work informing us, you're a gem!
@rightlanehog3151
@rightlanehog3151 Жыл бұрын
Which engine does your Prado have?
@Timetrends-n5t
@Timetrends-n5t Жыл бұрын
@@rightlanehog3151 1KD FTV 3.0L Diesel. Cheers
@capmidnite
@capmidnite Жыл бұрын
The Car Care Nut needs to take his next vacation in Japan and visit Toyota MegaWeb in Tokyo and make a YT video!
@trdrav4
@trdrav4 Жыл бұрын
Megaweb closed
@capmidnite
@capmidnite Жыл бұрын
@@trdrav4 Ouch!
@rickmartin1220
@rickmartin1220 11 ай бұрын
I put a set of kyb excel g's on my lexus es330 and it road like a truck. Took them off and a week later I put on factory toyota kyb shocks the the ride was nice a smooth again. Lesson Learned cost me some money but lucky I did the work myself..
@drpdrp5690
@drpdrp5690 Жыл бұрын
For adjustable magnetic shock, it's actually pretty cheap. I think it's close to four figure per corner on every car that has some sort of magnetic shock.
@osuk1
@osuk1 Жыл бұрын
Merikan n European luxury are expensive.
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i Жыл бұрын
These are not magnetic shocks. There is a mechanical valve in the shock body which adjusts the damping.
@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD
@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD Жыл бұрын
they're not magnetic shocks they're AVS shocks
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i Жыл бұрын
Magnetorheological dampers are exclusive to Delphi. So many GM vehicles use them and some exotic Italian cars. Not used on any Lexus vehicles
@1marcelfilms
@1marcelfilms 2 ай бұрын
yeah 800 dollar for some luxury car shocks.... Thats cheap.
@GarretPetersen
@GarretPetersen Жыл бұрын
Fluid film? Wool wax? That frame looks pretty nice for Chicagoland.
@sphamandlamazibuko3074
@sphamandlamazibuko3074 Жыл бұрын
Yes, indeed this is our Christmas time present. Thank you so much.....
@SignorLuigi
@SignorLuigi Жыл бұрын
Just replaced the shocks on my 2000 Ford F-150 with Bilsteins. My 25 year old baby lives on!!! 🥳🎉🙌
@ibsrpage5798
@ibsrpage5798 Жыл бұрын
I wish you had taken a photo of Jose's face when you told him the cost of those shocks. He is an excellent camera man.
@BOSS-xy8op
@BOSS-xy8op Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas TCCN FAMILY!!
@UltimateAnarchy
@UltimateAnarchy 8 ай бұрын
The shocks you refer to are only used on the rear of one trim level, the luxury trim and they're $769 each, the front ones are $388 each and that's directly from Lexus parts online. You can get them cheaper elsewhere. But most of us GX460 owners just switch brands when it comes time for new shocks and we go with a set of Bilsteins which cost less than half that.
@scottreed991
@scottreed991 Жыл бұрын
This dude is the Steve Ross of automotive repair. Peace.
@adamhlj
@adamhlj Жыл бұрын
I currently have a GX470 that I lifted, so I lost the dampening ability. However I kept the airbags and added a couple of washers to the sensor to trick the truck into thinking its lower so it raises it up a bit. I've thought about upgrading to a GX460, and there is one currently for sale near me that is the base model, so no fancy shocks, no airbag suspension. If you want to get one to eventually lift, I think that is the way to go.
@JohnSmith-yv6eq
@JohnSmith-yv6eq Жыл бұрын
A 1991 Nissan Terrano R3M SUV (JDM import) had shocks that were electrically controlled ( valving) and were $800 each then... in 1999. The two choices were "Sport" and "Comfort" controlled by a switch down on the centre console Over time the "Comfort" mode just led to wallowing... and then "Sport" mode wore out and also led to wallowing. I replaced them with normal non electrically controlled $150 4x4 shocks... and have done so ever since....
@derrickaf1
@derrickaf1 Жыл бұрын
Must see excellent video to watch for those of us that own 460 GX’s:)! Thank you…
@golferpro1241
@golferpro1241 Жыл бұрын
20 year old Lexus RX330 AWD. Still has original rear struts. Only 44,500 on the clock.
@nickhahn5412
@nickhahn5412 Жыл бұрын
You rock man, keep cranking them out!
@edwardcramm5860
@edwardcramm5860 Жыл бұрын
A modern day Scotty Kilmer!! Wow, I really enjoy watching this channel and I don't even own a Toyota/Lexus. He deserves all of Scotty's subscribers!
@steveolive9991
@steveolive9991 Жыл бұрын
Mr. Nut lacks the high-pitched squeaky voice that Scotty has....and that's good for us viewers.
@Shawn-ky2tw
@Shawn-ky2tw Жыл бұрын
And the BS tag lines in his titles. “I’m quitting and never coming back!”
@greenbudkelly2820
@greenbudkelly2820 Жыл бұрын
No comparison. Scotty is a ding dong. This guy is a technician.
@fouUili684
@fouUili684 Жыл бұрын
Scotty is the king of click bait and too many hand motions
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i Жыл бұрын
Yes, an idiot
@rday7573
@rday7573 Жыл бұрын
Just replaced one in a 2015 Sequoia Platinum...$600. It was leaking 2 or 3 quarter sized spots of oil over night. It was a pretty simple job. Parting with $600 was tough.
@Semiam1
@Semiam1 Жыл бұрын
I now know why Grandpa Scotty hasn’t featured these shocks. He’s already maxed out on shocks in the industry.
@Frank-xs1kt
@Frank-xs1kt Жыл бұрын
Da dum tiss
@Jaredius
@Jaredius Жыл бұрын
Got that nano metal particles which use an electrical signal to regulate the ride…aka magic.
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i Жыл бұрын
These are not magnetic shocks
@chrisdoe6890
@chrisdoe6890 Жыл бұрын
Another Midlife crisis popping up in the GX460 is # 1.the Valley plate leak. #2 Water Pump. #3 Timing cover leak. #4 transfer case leak. #5 Transmission Solenoid/ rebuild . Great video as usual . Happy & healthy new year to you , Jose and all your family .
@MikeS-n2i
@MikeS-n2i Жыл бұрын
Wait until he gets the bill for timing cover reseal😢
@DanBlake3rd
@DanBlake3rd 4 ай бұрын
I have a 2019 with 52K. It does not have the adjustable shocks. I was having the tires rotated recently at a large franchise tire and battery (hint hint) shop and the manager showed me some fluid on the side of the left rear shock shaft. He gave me an estimate to replace both with a brand that I’d never heard of. $800 for two with labor. I thought that was high. I’ll probably get the OEM KYBs and do it myself. Thanks for the excellent tutorial and explanation along the way.
@yaza374
@yaza374 Жыл бұрын
4runner limited xreas shocks are also expensive. Comes as a kit. $3500 at dealer. When mine started leaking I deleted the whole system and replaced with aftermarket shocks. No noticeable differences. Aftermarket cost $450.
@TheToyotatundra07
@TheToyotatundra07 Жыл бұрын
What kind of shocks did you purchase? I'm interested in knowing which aftermarket shock gives the most possible OEM ride. Or did you go with the original standard OEM Toyota?
@texlad04
@texlad04 Жыл бұрын
I replaced a single failing air strut on my now gone LS 460 (thanks to a woman who couldn't read signs) on a car with then 117K miles with some rebuilt non-air and I was really happy with the result. No, it wasn't the same, but the ride on original sport air suspension was too brittle on my awful roads once you got past 90% road quality (truly bad in central Houston). I guess the point is that you shouldn't expect the same performance, but it might not be terrible. I was happier driving the car after replacing all the air struts for the same price as replacing one air strut at the dealer. The engine and trans were still great at 150K miles. Now that I am getting an ES, it won't matter for a while. But I have used and do trust KYB parts overall.
@alfyer5
@alfyer5 Жыл бұрын
Which ones did you replace with? If my ltd shocks ever fail I’d be interested in exploring my options. I have seen a lot of people with the standard shocks for sale. Pretty much hey bought the car and lifted it so the suspension is brand new and sell for cheap
@yaza374
@yaza374 Жыл бұрын
I went with KYB oem. They have a set of four at shocksurplus. Other options I had was to go with bilstein 4600 or 5100. For ride quality. Since 4runner limited xreas system is not air suspension (it’s a hydraulic fluid system with two central reservoirs). Honestly I cannot tell the difference.
@roberthurley569
@roberthurley569 Жыл бұрын
Same situation here. Dealer quoted $4600 to replace on 2014 4runner ltd. Looking for best alternative option for smoothest possible highway ride.
@thystaff742
@thystaff742 Жыл бұрын
I would like your analysis of the new 2024 Tacoma.
@sgnt9337
@sgnt9337 Жыл бұрын
I like the thread-counting trick!
@cryptowolf-zf3fs
@cryptowolf-zf3fs Жыл бұрын
I see videos like this and I like my 2002 Four Runner more every day.
@blackgold754
@blackgold754 Жыл бұрын
9:59 “You see how it’s very short, that’s actually how they come”😂
@maxr3933
@maxr3933 2 ай бұрын
KYB 7410001 rear shock felt almost identical to how the stock rears on my GX 460 with air suspension felt before the left side went bad. That top nut was was a pain. Also had to hit the top part of the bushing with a chisel in an upward direction to get it to unstick and for the old rusted shock to drop down.
@groosbro1
@groosbro1 Жыл бұрын
The OEM shocks on my 2007 Chevy Trailblazer is KYB. Still going strong after 170K, and being taken off road, pounded on sand dunes, and towing my boat.
@adaboy4z
@adaboy4z Жыл бұрын
I replaced all for shocks this summer on my 58 Bel Air for under $100. Times has changed.
@autobling2422
@autobling2422 Жыл бұрын
I agree with AMD for using original Toyota / Lexus OEM parts, no question about that, but if budget is an issue, this is the alternative I made. I also owned a 2013 Lexus GX460 and had to replace all the shocks, front and back. I used original Lexus/Toyota OEM front shocks (Part No. 4851060260) , KYB rear electronic shocks (Part No. 741072) , Toyota rear cushions (Part No. 4850560120, 110) and front support (Part no, 4860960090). The end result by using these new KYB Electronic Shocks gave the GX460 a new car feel. Ride was not harsh and is still within Lexus compliant standard IMHO.
@GaryWold
@GaryWold Жыл бұрын
I had those same Michelin, Cross Climate 2 tires on my 2016 For Fusion. I liked them, but I sold the car. I just bought a 2010 Highlander Hybrid Limited, and I got the Pirelli, Scorpion, Weather Active tires, Traction A, Temperature A, and Treadwear 700. The Michelins are Three Peak snow-rated the Pirellis are just regular snow rated. The Pirelli tires are better tires and cost less. I LOVE Them!
@josephpetrus3176
@josephpetrus3176 Жыл бұрын
From my family to yours wishing you all Happy Healthy & Prosperous New Year.
@drwisdom1
@drwisdom1 Жыл бұрын
To confirm Mr. CCN's prices, two years ago I mail ordered two stock Lexus rear shocks for our 2010 RX from Bell Lexus for $105. $35 per shock, $15 shipping per shock, $5 tax.
@chriseppley8272
@chriseppley8272 Жыл бұрын
The difference between the Lexus(kyb) part and the aftermarket kyb part isn’t quality, it’s valving. The aftermarket shock is designed to handle the vehicle dynamics of a vehicle with higher mileage and likely other worn components. Kyb makes fantastic products and wouldn’t hesitate to put some on my GX when the time comes.
@burntnougat5341
@burntnougat5341 Жыл бұрын
Kyb is solid. Have it on my bmw
@uptownsamcv
@uptownsamcv Жыл бұрын
I have KYB struts on my Maxima and it rides great. getting struts or shocks from a dealer is a waste of money.
@timmueller1314
@timmueller1314 Жыл бұрын
The shocks extend by themselves because they're gas shocks. The gas charge helps the fluid from cavitating when they get hot. The old ones lost their charge. They weren't entending anymore when Jose had them off.
@karenreynolds2391
@karenreynolds2391 7 ай бұрын
We appreciate your videos. I learn something new in each video. The sign is very nice.
@walter.bellini
@walter.bellini Жыл бұрын
Informative video thank you Jose you are super lucky to have the best Tech in America at your disposal. Jose I think the videos you create should earn you credits towards parts and labor. Why not lol
@vladislavfeldman6562
@vladislavfeldman6562 Жыл бұрын
The Lexus Soarer 1990-97 LS400 Coupe came with a pnuematic airsystem and the struts were A$1000 or US$750 each . Which is very cheap considering they need changing every 23 years or 750,000km.. Ive been in contact with 3 of these vehicles. The shocks go about 2o years time. Another advantage is you gan get a factory wheel adjustment controler for about $200 which can vary wheel height by 75mm.
@rthurrabayev6971
@rthurrabayev6971 11 ай бұрын
Happy New Year brother 🙏
@JohnathansWorld
@JohnathansWorld Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your videos!! I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla, at 150k I had a transmission failure and had to get a rebuilt transmission. Then at 180k, the starter was failing along with the alternator. Because of your videos, you made it easy for me to understand. Thanks again
@xipxip3784
@xipxip3784 Жыл бұрын
Cool editing for the bolt removals
@travissheehan6082
@travissheehan6082 Жыл бұрын
The nivomat shocks on my Yukon were 3-400 each. Nothing like the air strut on my LS430 though! Had to order from Japan to get them less than $1500. Japan delivered them for 700 each for the rear.
@jayh6900
@jayh6900 Жыл бұрын
$792 is the retail price, many Lexus dealers offer discounted parts and these can be bought for $572 before shipping. It isn't cheap but if you have to do this every 130k miles, it is hardly a crazy expense.
@timothy5974
@timothy5974 Жыл бұрын
Another quality video from CCN!! Happy New Year
@thorsky2754
@thorsky2754 Жыл бұрын
That shocking price would definitely dampen my spirits. 😎 I ripped everything out at 55K on mine, all coilovers and reservoirs.
@msmarshall854
@msmarshall854 Жыл бұрын
thx
@Irishmanbikes
@Irishmanbikes Жыл бұрын
When the all new redesigned 2025 RAV4 Hybrid becomes available please do a review on it. Thanks and Happy New Year
@fw1421
@fw1421 Жыл бұрын
I took my 2011 Rav4 V-6 to the dealership for an estimate on replacing the shocks and struts. They wanted $3200 for the job! I couldn’t believe it. I have never stepped foot in Grapevine Toyota since.
@76Starship
@76Starship Жыл бұрын
Great explanation on why Toyota shocks aren't quite the same as their aftermarket equivalents. Thank you !!!!
@aradam29781
@aradam29781 Жыл бұрын
I wasnt wanting to spend that kind of money on my 05 gx470 as its only a winter vehicle now i bought some on Amazon for $249 set and opened box up and they were KYB with exact same numbers casted into it side by side i couldnt tell a difference on bushings, welds everything was exact, so i some how lucked out and got a decent set so far last 8 months no issues everything works fine
@davida871
@davida871 Жыл бұрын
Great instructional video. Great camera angles José. Imo I would get your front brakes done first as they do 70% of the braking (Akebono brake pads) and wouldn't want to crash it after replacing those shocks. Happy New Year and best of health for 2024. 22:37 22:37
@FreedomLover170
@FreedomLover170 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Jose sorry about the bad news luckily you have a great master tech who will bring that baby back to life keep us posted 👍
@tthoutx1
@tthoutx1 Жыл бұрын
Lexus GX 460 Base model are different. The one without the air lift suspension.
@sunnywen4080
@sunnywen4080 8 ай бұрын
we need more mechanics like you!
@MarcHDJ81v
@MarcHDJ81v Жыл бұрын
Just replaced my LC 80’s electronic shocks and the price sucked so much… but that’s the joy of keeping it Toyota OEM…
@_Username__
@_Username__ Жыл бұрын
I replaced the two in my GX460 2015 6 months ago, $880 for both, OEM, I probably was lucky! I'm in Saudi Arabia BTW
@HittinyaWitDaTruth
@HittinyaWitDaTruth Жыл бұрын
How many miles? Thanks
@Andoz777
@Andoz777 9 ай бұрын
I have a Sequoia Platinum with those damper adjustable shocks. Replaced them, and one went out 13 months in. Only 12 month warranty. 5100 Bilstiens went in next
@ThePoopsie321
@ThePoopsie321 Жыл бұрын
Just changed 4 of these shocks and the front springs on a 2008 GRJ120 Prado V6. 6200€ altogether! Insane!
@gcovete1642
@gcovete1642 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your videos. Great details and very good explanation of the work you do. Thank you from Canada
@ZacCostilla
@ZacCostilla 7 ай бұрын
I have the AHC/adjustable shock set up on my LX470, and I love them
@scholotzkys395
@scholotzkys395 9 ай бұрын
Dobinsons and bilstein are two very well regarded manufacturers for performance and durability that make amazing replacements for a fraction of the cost as OEM and, in my opinion, ride better than factory Toyota.
@Eolafan1008
@Eolafan1008 Жыл бұрын
When I heard you quote a price of $800 per shock, my instant reaction was that I will keep my ES 350!
@wasabitoburrion4409
@wasabitoburrion4409 Жыл бұрын
I had 2007 Avalon years ago and at around 40k miles or 64k km, the struts started going bad. The replacement struts where Monroe spectrum. The original struts were manufactured by ZF Sachs. The Monroe’s were stiff compared to the OE. I sold the car in 2018 with just over 100k miles or 160k km and according to the new owner of the car these Monroe struts still handle well.
@scoot77777
@scoot77777 Жыл бұрын
You’re the best! Very informative and educational Thank you! 🙏
@smithwesson7149
@smithwesson7149 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Glad the wife has the 2016 Highlander Limited. No expensive shocks and air ride. Maybe Jose can get a "brake" on the repair costs and he can do the brake job himself. LOL
@anamnesiser
@anamnesiser Жыл бұрын
Land cruiser 2007 120 gx 'prado'. I just replaced with a standard kyb shock, much better ride than the worn original adjustables.
@Kinann
@Kinann Жыл бұрын
I have an '06 GX470 with the same adjustable suspension and just checked...$1000 EACH at a dealer. The wires connect to an electric motor that adjusts the valving.
@edwinyoder06
@edwinyoder06 Жыл бұрын
I hope to see a video on the water pump replacement!
@serban2139
@serban2139 Жыл бұрын
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 💰 *Toyota and Lexus shocks for the GX460 cost $800 each, making them one of the most expensive shocks in the market.* 01:23 🚗 *The GX460 owned by the cameraman, Jose, experienced shock issues after off-roading, resulting in a knocking noise over light bumps.* 06:44 🔧 *When replacing shocks, it's crucial to note that original shocks from Toyota are built to specific specifications, and buying aftermarket shocks may not provide the exact same performance.* 09:58 📏 *New shocks for the GX460 come compressed and need to be extended manually before installation, adhering to Toyota's requirement for smaller packaging.* 17:55 🛠️ *While replacing shocks, additional issues were identified, including worn rear brakes, a leaking water pump, and upcoming brake replacements, illustrating the maintenance challenges in older Lexus models.* Made with HARPA AI
@donreinke5863
@donreinke5863 Жыл бұрын
On older Toyota and Lexus, ALWAYS replace the water pump (along with idlers and tensioner) when doing the recommended timing belt replacement. Since those engines are not iron-over-iron, serious engine damage (head gaskets and warping of heads) may occur if they overheat.
@ddawson8069
@ddawson8069 Жыл бұрын
And Jose himself went into SHOCK when discovering the cost! Thx AMD & May God bless you!
@deputy3690
@deputy3690 Жыл бұрын
What would all four shocks and struts replacement cost approximately on a 2017 Toyota Corolla plus labor cost? The car has 80,000 miles and I can't believe that it would need this repair considering it driven under normal driving conditions. Love this channel.
@volvo09
@volvo09 Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't expect a Corolla to need all 4 at 80k... Get a 2nd opinion. Might be getting ripped off.
@KingKongbabe
@KingKongbabe Жыл бұрын
That low of mileage I would not think you need to replace the shocks or struts. 🙂 My son has a 2010 camry with original shocks& struts.
@alvinsimba734
@alvinsimba734 Жыл бұрын
I never replaced my 2005 Toyota matrix suspensions components and had the vehicle for 10 years until I sold it to someone else
@g.a.duncan3608
@g.a.duncan3608 Жыл бұрын
Anti seize will help protect the treads and usually when top of first thread shows it's tight enough and it will keep corrosion out
@jt4277
@jt4277 Жыл бұрын
Actually, the front of the GX460 uses coil-over shocks which are technically different from struts. In the case of the GX460, it has upper and lower control arms, so the coil-overs only provide the spring and dampening functions. By comparison, most front wheel drive cars use MacPherson struts, and only have a lower control arm - the strut functions as the upper pivot and eliminates the upper control arm.
@chuckcecconi8801
@chuckcecconi8801 Жыл бұрын
What really amazes me is not one swear word,no flying tools😂😂
@mattmc8391
@mattmc8391 Жыл бұрын
Yikes … glad our 460 has the standard suspension
@glideronthemoon
@glideronthemoon 5 ай бұрын
These shocks last forever though, unless youre doing some highspeed rock crawling
@jonclassical2024
@jonclassical2024 Жыл бұрын
Wow...many cars are cleared out of the shop now! Fun vlog (not for Jose). If I had a Lexus, I would not mind spending all the money for rear shocks, as I would know it would last another 200k miles! Happy New Year TCCN and Family!
@maxxbenzz7842
@maxxbenzz7842 10 ай бұрын
Yep. MB is the same way. You have to get the shocks per your Vin number. You can get Bilsteins which are oem supplier but not the same as original
@DMAN308
@DMAN308 Жыл бұрын
Rolls Royce Air Shock assembly with strut 4500-5000 per corner
@michaelscottland4239
@michaelscottland4239 Жыл бұрын
2:33 Great editing btw! I like the intro sound faded into the car lift.
@wernerdanler2742
@wernerdanler2742 Жыл бұрын
Happy new year!
@donciak
@donciak 11 ай бұрын
i don't own a toyota/lexus, but i find your video very interesting.
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