I SWEAR this is the best damn DIY vehicle repair channel on the planet! LOL

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

+LivSimple thanks!

@1000man2

7 жыл бұрын

Wow most youtubers dont look at comments on old videos

@SlprBatr

6 жыл бұрын

LivSimple true

@TheBullshit64

5 жыл бұрын

He really does have the best camera angles. Plus his voice overs are top tier.

@sexycorno

5 жыл бұрын

Omg i ruined the 666 like count hahahahahhahaa

Took me 8 hours to get my struts and brakes done. I kept telling my wife “Chris fix “ didn’t have this problem. Lol

@kylielinae

4 жыл бұрын

Yep! He makes it look so easy, it's always hard the first time.

@madgunslinger9140

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂

@jonahsandoval_6523

4 жыл бұрын

Only took him 10 min🤣💀

@zigzag7194

4 жыл бұрын

8 hours🤔 I wonder if Chris could edit it down to 8 mins 🤣 when you are working on your own car forget about the time. Because at that time you are not working for anyone. Do a good job with safety in mind

@davidtrevi2914

4 жыл бұрын

Same. Those you tubers, make it look ez...LOL Learn a lot, though.

As a dude who knows nothing about cars, you've helped so much doing things on my own. Thank you so much man

@VinylizeWraps

2 жыл бұрын

im with you 100% I have learned a lot and now feel confident enough to fix my own car problems

@ParadeTheGospel

2 жыл бұрын

Did you end up doing this job on your own? How'd it go? I'm in the same boat about knowing nothing about cars but I want to save some money.

@xbillygoatx

2 жыл бұрын

@@ParadeTheGospel I did not, I have yet to do this 😅 find an experienced friend and do it with them! You can only learn so much from a video, ya know?

@ParadeTheGospel

2 жыл бұрын

@@xbillygoatx he makes it look easy doesn't he

@ParadeTheGospel

2 жыл бұрын

@@xbillygoatx well I think I'm about to venture on this project on my own. Just have to buy the parts and hopefully next week I'll do it and it won't take me all day....yeah..... That's probably wishful thinking!

I am not a mechanic by any means, but thanks to ChrisFix and his videos, I managed to change both front struts in less than 3 hours. First time I've ever had my car apart this much but his videos make it so simple and straightforward even someone like me can do it. Thanks 'Chris, you're my "go to" for car repair videos! Love the style and personality, love the instructions, and especially the tips of you get into a jam.

@brujita1215

8 ай бұрын

Currently watching need to do struts and brake pads and Rotors hoping we can do on our own I’ll watch another 10 times lol

@Blacksheep7.2

8 ай бұрын

​@brujita1215 me too😂 I'm nervous

@OfficalPrinceToni

Ай бұрын

@@brujita1215howd it go lol? The process begins tomorrow for me

@OfficalPrinceToni

Ай бұрын

@@Blacksheep7.2how was it bro?

@brujita1215

Ай бұрын

lol I had a mechanic do it 😂

One of the most professional KZreadrs. Gloves, safety, explanations of how parts work, why you might need to work on them...

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Nebojša Radonjić Thanks!

@kenjohnson1041

6 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix I noticed that you didn't use a spring compressor.the vehicle we need to do at some point is a ford transit and it looks the same as what you've done.are spring compressors ever needed for this?

@SantaFebuff

6 жыл бұрын

Disclaimer: I'm not an experience mechanic. It's my understanding that you just need to unload the car's suspension so that the spring is not under weight when removed and that the Quick-Strut used here comes with the new spring already installed. Some struts are just the shock in the middle with the spring supports and brackets, and you have to compress and remove the original spring and re-install that for re-use. That's where the spring compressor comes in, but if you are doing a whole part swap as in the video, it's ok. Just be careful, those springs are incredibly strong as they can hold up a car... I've hear stories of them going through roofs and shooting things and parts at breakneck speeds when they rapidly unload.

@bossbrent

5 жыл бұрын

And an actual torque wrench and mentioning torque specs, to boot!

@NehemiahGoku11VR

Жыл бұрын

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Awesome video Chris! My girlfriend drives a Mazda 3 that's been off road a lot more than it should have - may use this video in time!

@funnypranker34

8 жыл бұрын

Does she go jump hills?

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Engineering Explained Thanks man. Haha, I want to see a video with you taking it to the trails you test the 4x4s you get.

As a part-time mechanic, I have to say this is one of the best videos I have seen, very well explained, excellent!

@pfelice157

Жыл бұрын

I was a part-time mechanic for the 17 years I owned my 97 Saturn SL2. Now I have a 2010 Ford Edge and I'm no longer a mechanic, it seems.

I am nearing the end of my lease on my Audi, and I'm heading in a very different career path starting with a one year internship. I can't afford a new car now and we've had an old 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser that has just been sitting in our driveway, left neglected. ChrisFix's videos have saved me literally thousands of dollars from needing to buy a new car because I've been able to fix up nearly everything that needed to be done on my LC! Thanks so much Chris!

@ayubyunus1654

4 жыл бұрын

How dare you leave a Land cruiser neglected on your driveway

@TruckerReviewed

3 жыл бұрын

A 1996 Landcruiser?! Those vehicles are built like tanks! I'll take it off your hands wherever you get a new vehicle lol.

I'll watch the video ten more times and I'll be ready to change my own struts. 😁

@reeeek2017

4 жыл бұрын

I watched 4 times went to a junk yard played on third now ima do mine

@adamlison5988

4 жыл бұрын

Half the time I have to stop what I'm doing Go back to his videos and see what I'm doing wrong lol he very good. Take me about hour on mine

@OfficalPrinceToni

Ай бұрын

@@reeeek2017smart asf

Time to go change my struts now. You just saved me at least 100$ Thank you for everything you've done with this site!

@niallpitman9704

7 жыл бұрын

hi Chris thanks for all of your help and your video's are a lot of help.

@OfficalPrinceToni

Ай бұрын

Fast forward now 8 years later and he’s about to save me at least $500 dollars

My struts are starting to go, but I was to scared to practice on mine. I practiced on a Mazda. Turns out my neighbor didn't like me practicing on his car at 315 in the morning !

@biohazardlnfS

4 жыл бұрын

🤣

@SGVSOUTHSIDE

4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@zigzag7194

4 жыл бұрын

You can come and practice on my car. You provide quality and original parts I'll provide the tools with whatever you want to eat if you should want a break 🤣🤣🤝

@mr.dj1ssir245

2 жыл бұрын

FUN-NAY!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@mrkrabs6425

2 жыл бұрын

You had us in the first half, not gonna lie

ChrisFix, even though I am not gonna do this myself, it’s still educational to know how it is fixed before I drive it to a mechanic

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you still found the video educational!

@bilokenneth

3 жыл бұрын

Yea.. It is quite educational, even though you are not gonna do this by yourself, you can still check the condition of the suspension and sway bar before taking it to the mechanic, so you will know if the mechanic has replaced ALL the required parts or just scam your money lol

@golden.lights.twinkle2329

Жыл бұрын

@@bilokenneth Always ask for all removed parts to be returned to you.

I like that fact that you don’t swear, and speak very properly while giving your explanations step by step.

@matthew7448

3 жыл бұрын

fuk u

@sosman1087

3 жыл бұрын

Fook u

@Dcent_K

3 жыл бұрын

Faq u

@husamettinakar2297

3 жыл бұрын

Oh you guys :)

@SuperCoolbrownie

3 жыл бұрын

That's because he adds the commentary later 😂

I watch these videos even I don't have a car

@Trixtayt

7 жыл бұрын

Jason Holzman hahaha that's the beauty of it

@TheMightySheep1

7 жыл бұрын

Jason Holzman same ... I do buttttt my sister wrecked it 😒

@JayBryd

7 жыл бұрын

TheMightySheep1 lets me guess a Honda Civic with 500 thou miles on it

@TheMightySheep1

7 жыл бұрын

Jason Holzman nah fan it actually barely has 70k on it

@rob-smit1015

7 жыл бұрын

Jason Holzman xz l do to

Damn, that's what I call a detailed, direct yet simple and easy to understand guide. Awesome job, man.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad the video was helpful

I've always wanted to understand cars more and do things myself but I was too nervous. As I've slowly worked my way into it, your videos have given me so much information. Thank you for all that you do.

just marry that breaker bar already. XD

@JakLuca

6 жыл бұрын

Bryant Valdez shame on you. Suggesting he should cheat on his torque wrench XD

@COBRO98

6 жыл бұрын

Properly calibrated torque wrenches and a breaker bar are two must haves for any technician. It's unsafe to ignore factory specifications.

@COBRO98

6 жыл бұрын

A lot of arrogant techs out there will torque your wheels down with an impact gun. Ignoring a torque wrench because "well the wheels are too tight being over specification, they won't fall off" Except it creates massive runout on your rotors and wastes your money.

@Simomotard33

6 жыл бұрын

Bryant Valdez breaker bar soapy water and threadloker

@Cali4nia510

6 жыл бұрын

they did to one of my tires and it was loose at sears auto place, have my struts replaced at Toyota dealership they messed up my alignment plus I ended up with crooked steering wheel, but that was when I never wanted to touch my car own my own and trusted toyota dealership and probably sears too...you said it well though :)

Man this is perfect for refreshing the brain after ten years being a single dad. I always hit this channel for a refresher and im usually right but there is always something he shows me that i would've done the hard way. honestly man you passing on mechanical know how, and your format is great! kids could be playing minecraft one day, find your vids and be working on their car that same night, providing they or their dad has one in the garage to be worked on. My son and I are working on a series 3 BMW e36 (318i) and a diahatsu charade that we daily drive, Thanks for all your help mate.

Ahhh, I needed this video a couple of months ago! My car started clunking when I'd drive over any bumps in the road... not good! Took it straight to a mechanic and he tells me both front struts are bust and need replacing- fine. An hour or so in he rang to tell me he can't unscrew one of the bolts on the strut tower, that he'd have to cut it off to get it out and it would be an extra £80 to get in a new bolt!! That job lot cost me near £400. No way near confident enough yet to tackle this stuff on my car, but even just understanding what the heck is happening is a better position to be in. Thank you so much Chris for sharing your knowledge, you make it so much less intimidating!! Loving your channel.

Brakecleen for chrisfix is like olive oil for Gordon Ramsay 🤣

@ArtemLokhovitskiy

5 жыл бұрын

Or pepper-pepper-pepper for "you suck at cooking" :)

@emmanueldipom7183

4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@tbl4r126

4 жыл бұрын

Season.

@redakaminekloc5167

4 жыл бұрын

YOU USED SO MUCH BRAKE CLEAN THAT THE US MILITARY TRIED TO INVADE THE ROTOR

@soyeldiego86

3 жыл бұрын

You mean thread locker!!!

Hey Chris. Your video gave me the confidence to replace my own struts last month. The repair went really well and I saved myself several hundred dollars. Thanks a lot!

I would trust chris more with my car than a local mechanics shop.

@hedga001

7 жыл бұрын

Definitely! Chrisfix, Scotty Kilmer, and Eric the Car Guy are the very reasons I no longer get free coffee and conversation time the mechanic and service department waiting room! Lol. Last time I had a repair at the shop was back in 2005

Earthmoving Apprentice here man you are really good at teaching, just by watching your video a person can easily grasp the whole process

been working on vehicles forever, never replaced a strut before, excellent video, love youtube. Even for an experienced mechanic there is always a first time or just a review of an install is priceless! Thanks!

Hey Chris, I just wanted to say thank you. You have inspired me to not only fix up my own car, but to put me doing so on KZread so I can also help other people out.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Tyler Bynes Awesome Tyler! Glad to hear it!

kudos to being one of the best "tutorialists" on the tubes. Clear, thorough and to the point. Thanks.

After following some of your more basic lessons with success, I was excited to find this tutorial. Even my father was skeptical of me taking on such a job in my driveway, when he normally talks me into doing work myself to save money.. but your clear instructions made me confident I could get it done. A few hiccups here and there, but its all fixed now!! Thank you ChrisFix!! You've saved me and many others SO MUCH MONEY!!!!

I always come to your channel to check on a repair before I try it on my own. I know that my car needs new struts but I never thought I would luck out by watching you do it on almost the exact same make and model of my car (2008 Mazda 3). I cant tell you how relieved I am to have seen this video and I'm actually looking forward to replacing the struts on my car! Thank you Chris Fix!

Used this video today to change some struts. It was a tough job but I made it through. Thanks for the walk through.

@Amanullah-dx5uy

4 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear it!

Wow, i have never seen it go back together so easily in my whole life. Awesome job!

You !! Young man, are the Bob Ross of car repair. Someone should pay you $10 million for your clear concise easy to follow procedures on car repair.

Thanks for the tutorial man. I have a 2010 Mazda 3 and this video made it so easy to replace my front struts. It took me a couple of hours to do but if I were to do it again I could probably pull it off in 25 or 30 minutes. I learn so much with each of your videos and for that I thank you!

oh trust me this video was helpful I was gona pay a mechanic, and thanks to u I did it my self yeeeeee!!! thank u buddy.

@stephenlam4529

7 жыл бұрын

Jose Gonzalez They'll sure to charge for alignment on top !

@ek07305

7 жыл бұрын

Jose Gonzalez Same here. Got a benz. And you know what means. smh

@stephenlam4529

7 жыл бұрын

e K. I know, you've deep pockets ! ha ha !

@Trixtayt

7 жыл бұрын

e K yep verry expensive for benz thank god for this guy :-)

@Trixtayt

7 жыл бұрын

Stephen Lam hehe true

I've learned so much from youuuuuu! I went to the mechanic today and felt so badass when I called them out on their BS! haha.

Be warned when attempting this yourself, it could be as simple as shown in the video, but if your car is front/4 wheel drive there is a good posibity that after disconnecting the wheel hub assembly from the strut that you will pop your cv from the gearbox and lose a bunch of oil. To avoid this, make sure that you undo the wheel hub nut before starting the work and remove the cv shaft from the wheel as well as the tie rod

@sleep-escapeyourmind8759

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for explaining this!

@michaelvd2467

Жыл бұрын

The first time I replaced my struts I actually managed to seperate the inner cv joints on both sides because I failed to do what you mentioned. And they weren't the cv joints that consist out of 3 rollers and a sleeve, they were the type of cv joints that consist out of a sleeve, a cage and 6 metal balls. I did not have fun spending 5 hours of solving those greasy puzzles. So this is great advice, you will definitely mess up if you don't remove the hub nuts/bolts and it will cost you a lot more time and money in the end to get your car to drive again

@GRIDAJH

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelvd2467 just happened to me right now 🤦🏽‍♂️

@michaelvd2467

Жыл бұрын

@@GRIDAJH good luck bro

@GRIDAJH

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelvd2467 just finished.. It cost me a longer time that I espected. Ended up with a bulge on my forehead to.

Another great video Chris. I've done this a couple times in the past where I thought I'd save some money by just buying the strut and reusing the old springs but quickly found out that it's not worth it. The complete assembly (springs already on) aren't that much more expensive, save a shit load of time and you don't have to worry about having your face ripped off if the spring compressor slips off the spring while taking it off or putting it on. Just one of those things where spending a few bucks more is really worth it.

@Kostly

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the mechanic at firestone told me he's going to replace all four shocks then calls me back telling me he needs to replace the struts too and it's going to be another 800 bucks. I said, nah, put it back together and I'll figure it out. lol Rear shocks and two front complete strut assy. are 330 bucks total. I could not justify 500 bucks for a couple hours of work, max.

thank you for doing these vids! youre helping alot of people out there including myself. spent 500 on wheel hub and ball joint replacement. i could very well save some money from doing it myself. im learning through you how to fix my car with confidence. keep making these videos! i love them.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad my videos are helpful!

Your videos are top notch my friend. You make everything you do look so simple and you explain it all so well. Kudos and keep up the great work.

@Leenahassan1

4 жыл бұрын

G the same time I see you in the

Just sent this video to my bro and this is what I told him… “ The only KZreadr I watch for fixing cars The best to ever do it , Super thorough , Official tissue , The real McCoy , The mechanics mechanic , aka The real deal ” 😅 Keep up the great work man I’ve been telling people about your channel for years

These videos are saving me so much money it's ridiculous

Dude, your channel is awesome! Every video is great! You get straight to the point, you put so much details in your videos but in an entertaining way so its not boring to watch, everything is well shot, its clear to see and your edditing skills are also fantastic. Im not even talking about your knowledge on cars case that's the most obvious thing you do well. Well earned subscribe bro! Keep up the good work!

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Luka! Welcome aboard!

ChrisFix had to have been Valedictorian of his Automotive school. Absolutely incredible knowledge.

@B-mang

4 жыл бұрын

nah he was probably the underdog, the valedictorians are out in the world as crack hoes now

@503945158

4 жыл бұрын

@@B-mang that's not how it works in trade school

@B-mang

4 жыл бұрын

@@503945158 oh you're probably right, I'm thinking of modern American Universities

@henrysteeze5754

4 жыл бұрын

@@503945158 You can still be top in your class.

@SirGolfalot-

3 жыл бұрын

@@B-mang does anyone come out of a four year American University knowing anything useful these days?

Amazing thanks for this video and detailed clear explanations. I appreciate how you always take time to name each part being worked with no matter how many times the parts get mentioned in various videos. It makes it easier to learn!

I just put coilovers on my car and I never would have done it without your tips and guidance. Thank you for doing what you do!

Thanks for the simple explanations and tips to make it easier, such as turning the steering to help reach the bolts or using the jack to push the knuckle back into the strut. Small tips like that save a lot of time. I changed the strut on a 2006 Volvo S40 this weekend and it took about an hour, without any issues, which was better than I expected since it was my first time changing a strut on any car.

@bova57

Жыл бұрын

Was changing the strut similar to what he did in this video?

How to tell if your struts are bad, for me, they snapped in two on the road

@redwakafan619

8 жыл бұрын

Ana they are still good

@dan428

8 жыл бұрын

+Francesco Barbera well there's your problem

@Soniboy84

8 жыл бұрын

+Francesco Barbera Are you sure they were bad?

@Modelero

8 жыл бұрын

+Francesco Barbera nothing a bit of glue can't fix lol

@FrancescoBarberaMusic

8 жыл бұрын

Soniboy84 Yeah when i got the car they were rusted to all hell, then a few months of hard bumps, they went

I've already done this job on a Mazda 3, but it's still entertaining to watch these repair videos. Well done.

Your videos are like my go-to boost of good vibes! Seriously, they're like this fresh wave of energy that gets me all pumped up and ready to tackle car stuff. Whenever doubt creeps in, I just hit play on your video about the work (even if it is not directly related to my car model), and immediately I feel like 'Yep, I got this!' Your positivity is contagious, man. You make everything clear and seems doable. Thanks for being the positive energy source I need to confidently dive into my car projects.

love how you do the video editing and audio on your videos very clear and high-definition. your channel is great my friend!! keep em coming

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback! I am glad you find my videos helpful.

Thanks again Chris, doing this job soon on my wife's 2006 Camry.

@mitchynitchy

5 жыл бұрын

How did you go? was it almost the same with this mazda?

You have saved me so much time and money my friend. Your detailed and specific in your videos. Not talking about things that only make the video longer. Keep doing what your doing and Thanks.

Absolutely terrific video. Somehow I was entertained, even chuckled a few times, watching a mechanic instruction video. I think it was just that clear, succinct, and efficient.

Thank you for your in depth tutorials, it's helped me accomplish a lot of things I normally wouldn't attempt to fix on my own. It's saved me and my family tons of money ! Keep doing what you're doing man, I love this channel and I've recommended it to a lot of people and even showed them things I learned from you!

Thanks, ChrisFix man, for a great demonstration on how to replace struts! Obviously, the first time around always takes much, much longer than we think, or dare to think. But after having successfully completed one or two such jobs, the average backyard mechanic can at least move -- perhaps significantly -- in the direction of the ease and fluidity that you display for "video purposes." Great channel, as your subscriber count obviously confirms "in the millions!"

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! It might take a bit longer if this is the first time doing it, but once you get it down, it's a breeze!

I'm told I need struts...this was a fantastic explanation; I'd never be able to do this myself, but now I have a very good idea of what's going on. Thanks for your clear explanation!

Hey Chris Love your videos! Must say that after installing Monroe "quick struts" I'm super disappointed. They held up for a month and now they are flat. Went back to to seller trying to convince him to replace them, seller said that if struts are not leaking than there is nothing wrong with them. Now when I drive the car it sounds like all the ball joints are worn out and the vehicle is falling apart. Not to mention braking distance and acceleration are badly influenced by the bad struts. After 15 years working as mechanic I would recommend KYB, Billstein, koni as a oem replacement. Quick struts are nice solution but but not best .

this guy an excellent in explaining, I watch his videos just for fun

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric!

@the_nguy9123

8 жыл бұрын

He makes things a 100x easier...another well explained, easy to follow how-to video. Great job Chris!

@alexbsk09

8 жыл бұрын

I subscribe to this comment! And Roman's reply.

@NirHason

8 жыл бұрын

Me too

Just wanted to say thank you!!!!!!!! I fixed both of mine couple days ago and saved $300!!!!!!! Thanks Chris! You always help me out more than you know!

Chris, as always, a great, confidence-inspiring video! One suggestion, it would be helpful if you would mention approximately how long the task takes (or a range of time: for example. Average time to complete both strut replacements is 2-4 hours) just would be helpful to know for us “Shade-tree mechanics” Thanks and keep up the great work!

Hey Chris thanks for the video, I’m in the process of replacing one of mine, 36 hours in to it, You make it look easy. Never again.

@nates3080

3 жыл бұрын

Every time 😂

@yell0wberry

3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps instead of Chris fix, you may want to watch an episode of MacGyver

I gotta say you make all of these daunting sounding jobs like changing struts look very easy with how you explain everything, i feel like i could do anything on my car cause of your videos

Quick explanations, quick switches between shots, can't get any better than this! Love it!

@JakeStewart1343

Жыл бұрын

You like multiple shots? 🤔

Is it me or does he sound more excited to record videos now than he was a couple years ago 😅?

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

You are completely correct :p

@ajbrown2013

4 жыл бұрын

I change all my parts just to do it now even if it doesn't need it when I buy an older car that I know looks like it's about going out changed two of my cars complete suspension and a lot of other parts thanks Chris

@morehn

3 жыл бұрын

It's a bit motivating when you've become the #1 DIY channel on YT

@user-5ee3zk1w

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix I'd be all happy sounding too when that money started rollin in.

So I been watching random videos u post and ur on point u go into detail and very experienced keep up the work really informative

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@jackobihaigh9517

7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix

@andrewwright-gourlay2667

7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix your the bomb

Chris, you’re videos are very easy and well made on all your car and truck fixes. I just wish I could do this for my truck but my body is not as young as I use to be, but at least I know if I take it to a auto shop I know what they are going to do by watching your videos

Doing all of this on my Eclipse today! Thanks to you ChrisFix! Thank you many times over, friend✌🏻

Chris thank you so much for the video I just finished putting my new ones on my Mazda3 today I'm so so proud of myself ~~ thank you so much for the video~~

@ianmangham4570

4 жыл бұрын

AWESOME

I love your videos. Such great explanations and awesome video editing. No needless chit chat. Just awesome information. Thanks.

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

+Graham Cleary thanks a lot

@carloslopez-zi6ru

7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix ey coild u do a lincoln navigator 2003-2006 toturial on removing air suspension

Chris you are the man!! man!! I just put it on my car, tested it out. No mo bouncing!!!!! Thanks man you need a go fund me or something you saved me tooooo much money!!!! Thanks man

Today was my first time ever putting struts on my car, it was easy enough to do and the car doesn’t squeak anymore. Thanks ChrisFix 🛠

Replacing the strut assemblies on my 2000 neon was the first project I took on when it comes to cars. I think I did that in 2011/2012. I replaced a lot on that car, learned a lot from that. I sort of miss that car lol.

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Niceeee

@jw11432

3 жыл бұрын

That's funny. The first car I rebuilt the engine and the transmission on was a 2000 Dodge Neon, and I too kinda miss it lol Great little car

@yell0wberry

3 жыл бұрын

Oh OK, the most recalled dodge vehicle of all time

Most experienced mechanics have learned to only replace the strut rather than use a full "quick-strut" drop-in assembly. Turns out these "quick-struts" almost never match up perfectly to their OE counterpart. Things will be different whether its the spring rate, spring material, strut mount material, strut mount bearing, etc. On almost every car that I have installed a pair or set of "quick-struts", the owner reports back that the car is riding rougher or not handling like it used to. That is why it is recommended to get a pair of spring compressors and only replace the strut or, if you really want to go the drop-in route, purchase your full strut assembly from the car's manufacturer.

@robsp32

5 жыл бұрын

Monroe anything are absolute junk, and most mechanics know this ahead of time. Unfortunately a lot of franchise shops like pepboys for instance sell monroe exclusively. Of the dozen or so car's that I have personally used Monroe products on, every one of them has failed within a year. Monroe Economatics on a chevy cobalt, squeak during the winter months and strut bearings failed within 6 months of use, monroe sensatrac struts, blown out and leaking in less than a year. The list goes on. From now on I use Bilstein and Sach's exclusively on any strut/shock replacement unless specifically requested by the customer that they want Monroe, at which case I refuse to warranty them for any reason whatsoever. I used them probably about 10 years ago on my own personal vehicle and the alignment shop actually laughed and asked how bad the ride was on them. lol

@silosis

5 жыл бұрын

did alot of research and when shopping around for some strusts, was going to buy the cheapest quick assembly i could, glad i read some reviews and comments like yours before my purchase. ended up buying kyb excel g struts. going to have to do more work to move the springs tophats etc's over but im excited to learn and try em out

@joshwalty9408

5 жыл бұрын

@@silosis KYB also sells "StrutPlus" which is their version of a loaded strut. I've had great results with them.

@ArtemLokhovitskiy

5 жыл бұрын

Lol. I am about to replace struts on my Accord and also Monroe was number one choice after quick search on internet. Then I went a little bit deeper in web and found that it is all marketing and they are actually crap. Started looking for another brands and found that people are actually happy with KYB and some other brand that has the name similar to some female's name, I forgot what it was. So... I bought KYB's strut-plus. Also I would like to mention that sometimes it is better to replace shocks only but in case of damaged shock + strut mount, plus torn rubber "stoppers" or how you call them - it is simply easier to buy the whole strut assembly. Sure, genuine parts are always better but they cost twice or even three times more than some aftermarket ones. Plus sometimes aftermarket parts may give more stiffness that people want for their cars. As I understood from comments and reviews KYB strut-plus for my Accord is exactly the case and I am glad to that :) coz my car is like a jelly.

@rickj1983

5 жыл бұрын

Agree. I did some research for Volvos and found that Sachs is the OEM supplier. I was easily able to find struts and they ride like OEM.

Love watching your vids...gives encouragement to wanna-be DIY'ers like me to do it ourselves and save a bunch of money and not get ripped off by shady auto shops..thanks ChrisFix!

A very heartfelt thank you to you and your videos because I was able to do this myself. I would have never been able to do this by myself without the videos that you make. So I wanted to say thank you very very much!

@chrisfix

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to do this yourself! Thanks a lot!

You're the best person that knows how to explain 💯

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Wish me luck. I'm actually planning to change mine myself once I get it.

I don't generally care to comment on videos, but this is thing is high quality that I completely recommend. Man knows how to talk and edit for sure. Bravo!

I love this channel! So informative! I just did this to my car! Took 1.5hrs coz I triple checked everything... Saved £150

I swear if you had a shirt for sale that says "what a difference" with your logo I'd be first to buy it

@NirHason

8 жыл бұрын

lol

@Dariovich

7 жыл бұрын

dont forget the "beautiful" one too

@ciberboy777

7 жыл бұрын

xXminijoshiXx "check that out!"

@CarlosRamirez-xg1qj

7 жыл бұрын

"Good!"

@CoSmicGoesRacing

7 жыл бұрын

xXminijoshiXx "Time to use a breaker bar."

Awesome work man

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

So good, all the extras with his tips. The only installer that said how you would know the strut was down far enough. Great video

Chris Fix is like a public service saving people thousands in "professional" car repair labor. It's a very rare channel that actually makes the world a better place.

The best tutorial video and also a lot tips. I learned a lot from this tutorial. now im able to repair my own car and also to share my videos with all you.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you learned a lot from the video!

Big thanks for this video you're so helpful

Chrisfix, you are an automotive genius. A godsend to all us DIY guys. Love the videos. Keep em coming bro.

Thanks man! You saved me $400 bucks on this video. I can’t thank you enough!

You make it look so easy! Smh, watch me start this and not finish..

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Dolo Squad You can do it man! There are three things that make the job so easy. 1. The right tools for the job 2.. The little tips and tricks I show like using penetrating fluid make all the difference 3. Understanding the job at hand and what needs to be done which is really simple Sometimes things dont go as planned but then you need to have the right tools to solve the problem. If the sway bar end link doesnt come off, get a vice grips and impact gun and if that doesnt work, cut it out with a cutoff wheel!

@pedronavaja223s

8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix thanks Chris Fix for the motivation.. Hopefully I get to it soon..

@qusayaqooly

7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix I have a question how is you're strut is bad I have 2001 car and I don't think I need to replace the struts!

This guy is awesome! Thanks for the advice

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Great video. The camera angles, video quality, and your explanations are the best. Thank you!

"And this job is...really that easy..." very impressive. Thank you.

The thumbs down are from people that didn't manage to change their struts on their own.

@radokromka7978

3 жыл бұрын

or the mechanics who are not getting clients :P

@yell0wberry

3 жыл бұрын

Or from the people who had to bring their cars to the shop to do an additional alignment

@jayasmrmore3687

Жыл бұрын

@@yell0wberry even then I would say it’s a win because it will be a fraction of the cost, you are paying for alignment only instead of alignment and strut replacement

You need a TV show, for real

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Boston “Juel” Tillery That would be awesome!

You create some of the most consistent high quality videos I've come across.

Thanks for this video man. I was recently shown and told that all my struts are leaking and are very close to blowing out. The guys at midas quoted me $1600 to replace both the front and back pairs of struts. I’m a broke college student and there’s no way i could afford that. It got me thinking that I should just try and do it myself. I was able to find some nice kyb struts and all the tools I needed for about $850. Everything worked out good and I actually had a lot of fun doing this myself. I’ve never worked on my car before but I’m definitely going to do everything myself from now on.

Always nicely done by ChrisFix

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@imyournewwanker5845

7 жыл бұрын

f u

@mydogskips2

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, he always makes it look really easy. But I still know that I'll probably have one heck of a time trying to do it myself, and that's what worries me.

Thanks very much for the upload, so helpful.

@chrisfix

6 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

Thats funny. I just replaced most of my front end last night and this popped up. Still love watching your videos even knowing what I'm doing usually. Good video as always!

When I’m told my car needs something, I see what Chris says about it. Now I know to inquire about thread locker. Thanks again Chris!

And after installing you'll probably need to get the front-end aligned. Also, I'd advise getting the workshop manual for your car to find out the correct procedure as it might be different to the car in this video.

Thanks for posting. I did the same on my 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager minivan.

@yell0wberry

3 жыл бұрын

The late 90s Chrysler minivans, the lemon that couldn’t be turned into lemonade