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Rear Shock Absorber Replacement Video

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  In this video J explains how to change a rear shock absorber. He goes over how to remove an old worn out shock absorber, and install a brand new BuyAutoParts shock on many vehicles. This specific job was done on a 2005 Nissan Altima. Some of the processes seen here are specific to this…
Vehicle control graphic with worn shocks and struts causing instability and increased stopping distance

How Can You Tell if Your Shocks and Struts are Worn Out?

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     While shocks and struts are two very different types of suspension systems, both types of dampers serve the same primary purpose: to counteract the motion of the spring. While the spring is there to take the initial force of a bump in the road, the shock or strut dampens that motion in order to…
Silver Chevrolet Suburban with Autoride shocks, outdoors

How to Replace Your Autoride Shocks the Right Way

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The Autoride suspension available on most full-size 2000-2014 General Motors Full-Size SUVs (RPO Code Z55) is a complex, and often misunderstood system. Autoride was available on most Chevy Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon (including XL and Denali), Cadillac Escalade (including ESV and EXT) and Chevy Avalanche. There are two separate aspects to it; air suspension,…
Yellow and white shock absorbers for DIY auto repair

Ready to DIY? Shocks and Struts Edition

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  Do-it-yourself projects can save a ton of money. When your hear about those DIY types, you’re probably thinking about home improvement projects – adding insulation to the attic, putting up fencing around the yard, installing a water heater, things like that. Who needs an “expert” handyman when many tasks can be done by you?…
KYB shocks and struts, essential car suspension parts for a smooth ride.

Know when to replace Shocks and Struts, or Ruin Your Car

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Although shocks and struts are not the most exciting part of your car, they are an essential part of a system that keeps you and your car safe. Knowing the signs of when to replace shocks and struts can be easy if you know what to look for. Bad shocks are not only bad for…