Are these rear shocks fairly easy to install on a 2005 Equinox? Do it yourself not too bad? Thanks.
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Took me about 30 minutes per side on a 07 Saturn Vue. No gotchas or special tools needed. I did use a floor jack to raise the rear end and jack stands for safety. The shocks fit perfectly and certainly smoothed out the ride.
1396192
I put them on a 2007 Saturn Vue, which is a lot like the Equinox. My hardest part was finding how the top of the shock was attached. I looked inside thought maybe the trim had to come off. Couldn't find anything online. What you do is remove the plastic fender skirt above the tire. You have to pull out a bunch of button style tabs to get it off. after that the bolt easily came out and the lower one too. The nut is welded right in, so it all went quite easily and quickly.
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Yes, very easy. jack up vehicle and remove the rear wheel (supporting vehicle with stands). remove the inner fender cover by removing the approx 10 clips. Unbolt upper and lower bolt. Installation is the reverse. I used an impact gun on the bolts, however if you dont have one, a breaker bar should suffice.
1396194
Yes there are easy to install. It just take time cause you have to remove the cover on the wheel well to access the upper nut. Make sure to support the coil spring to prevent it from springing out. I advise you to watch it on you tube on the this topic.
301094
I'm not sure, due to their substandard quality and performance I removed them from my truck after about 3 weeks and replaced them with some rancho shocks and haven't had a problem since. They were squeaky, and the spring was rubbing horribly on the shock body itself. I would never recommend these shocks to anyone.
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It's very easy to install. I'm a mechanic so I deal with cars all day long. If you have some time to kill and normal tools like 8mm or 10mm deep socket, ratchet and extension and a screw driver to pop off the back panel you should have no problem at getting it done yourself. If you don't feel confident just bring it to your local garage and I'm sure they will have no problem doing it for you. Hope this helps.
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Hey John: These are extremely easy to install,just 2 u_bolts around the differential...very easy!!!
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They are reasonably easy to install. You need to jack the truck up by the frame on each side to make room to install the springs between the axle and the frame and make sure you do not leave the steel brake lines underneath the u-bolts. I am a retired ASE Master Mechanic but it does not require that kind of experience to install these properly. Hope that helps.
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The shocks come with screws. So you don't have to use the old ones. Just remove old shock screws and all and replace new shocks. Just be careful the hatch back is real heavy. I recommend you have help holding up the hatchback while replacing or use a long 2x4 to hold up hatch. Remember replace one shock at a time so you don't throw off the alignment. Its very simple. It took me 15 minutes to replace. It was the smartest investment I made on my Pt Cruiser. I got tired of getting hit on the head every time I lifted the hatch. lol
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Hi Luis...I am not qualified to answered that set of questions. I just replaced my old shocks with those new ones and they were an easy swap and worked fine...:if you are going to try and change several items, you should stop by an auto parts store and get their help in looking up what you would need to complete your project...I hope this helps...John
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You can just install the shocks and call it a day. They come with various bushings for different bikes. Mine are on a '98 Shadow 750, it took about 10 minutes to install them.
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I put these on my 2011 .... By the time I set the sag, my ride height was the same as it was with the factory shocks with no air. I don't think this is the shock you want if you are trying to raise the bike
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They are for the front. The rear are just shocks. Sorry for the delay; I just saw the post. Good luck!
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Yes - I recently installed them on exactly that. It was a quick install w/ the exception of the left strut mount was not indexed correctly. I had to compress the spring to turn the mount. They will raise the front 2" which is almost perfectand they ride great. I did order the left and right assemblies but still had the prob with indexing.
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I installed these last year on my 2002 Z71. Obviously, I don't remember exactly what the "new" ride was like with the OE shocks but I have been very pleased with these. Definite body roll reduction and firm but comfortable ride. RECOMMEND!
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We have a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. The old rear shocks were shot, so the back probably sagged a little. After installation the van seems to sit level.We had the front struts and mounts replaced at the same time, since both were worn. If it is slightly higher, it's not noticeable. The ride is firm, but comfortable. They will support a bit heavier load than regular shocks. All in all I'm very pleased with them. I hope this helps!
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To make it look like a custom install (YES) To keep the original wiring (YES) You can get them pretty cheap on EBAY like I did, I have it installed and did it myself on my 2005 Chevy Equinox, it did not take too long.
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I have a 2004 GC Overland (w/o Up Country). My shocks were totally gone as well. I put these on and am very happy with them. They are stiffer than stock but not quite as much as my last GC with UC.Control is great on cornering Not much body lean and I drive aggressively.
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Check with the manufacturer for fitment. I got the Bilstein's for all four corners of my 2008 FJ. The first thing out of the box that I noticed was how much thicker/heavier the components are compared to OEM. The rear shocks are much easier to install than the front. Check out YouTube for product & installation demos. I would definitely buy these again they are one of the few parts I installed that made a true noticeable difference.
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Should not be a problem as the sensatrac shocks install just like original shocks. You should be pleased with the ride quality as well as the load leveling capabiliity. One thing though, have the rear suspension extended as much as you can as the sensatrac shock is pretty stiff and the coil over doesn't compress manually. I used a separate jack under the shock lower housing to lower the suspension to line up the bolt holes. Hope this helps.