# \#struts **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/struts/889.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Parts for strut replacement, 1988 Chevrolet Nova / Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-strut-replacement-1988-chevrolet-nova-toyota-corolla/199924)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-strut-replacement-1988-chevrolet-nova-toyota-corolla/199924 "2025-04-22T14:10:24Z")
I am planning a batch of repair and maintenance for a 1988 Chevrolet Nova (comparable to a Toyota Corolla) with 277000 miles on it. Since both of the first two items should be followed by alignment, I am preparing to do … --- ## [Car sways/rocks violently side to side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sways-rocks-violently-side-to-side/62110)
**Author:** [@angelmj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/angelmj)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2024, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sways-rocks-violently-side-to-side/62110 "2024-10-30T16:14:25Z")
It is like floating peacefully along in a canoe on a calm lake, and then being passed by a speed boat. Our 05 Hyundai Sonata sways/rocks violently left to right at speeds higher than 50 mph, when going over bumps, or aro… --- ## [Shall I replace strut?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shall-i-replace-strut/194040)
**Author:** [@bobby\_yan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobby_yan)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2023, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shall-i-replace-strut/194040 "2023-12-28T05:03:36Z")
2002 Camry LE, 150,000 miles. The rear passenger side leaks, but the rear driver side seems okay. They have been like these for 3 or more years. The riding experence has been okay, not bumpy. If I want to keep the car fo… --- ## [Just got shocks and struts replaced, 2 days later car goes out of control going over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-shocks-and-struts-replaced-2-days-later-car-goes-out-of-control-going-over-bumps/177849)
**Author:** [@mjputnam2\_176047](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjputnam2_176047)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-shocks-and-struts-replaced-2-days-later-car-goes-out-of-control-going-over-bumps/177849 "2021-07-06T22:13:17Z")
2018 Camry, 90k miles. Took my car to brakes plus in denver to get shocks and struts replaced. Everything felt perfectly brand new and great, then now 2 days later out of nowhere (I didn’t hit any pot holes, no major bum… --- ## [Saab Front Strut Color Codes & Reliable Used Sources](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-front-strut-color-codes-reliable-used-sources/175805)
**Author:** [@CygnusRift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CygnusRift)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2021, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-front-strut-color-codes-reliable-used-sources/175805 "2021-03-25T22:48:31Z")
Hi Everyone. So i’m looking to get some input on a couple things. I need to replace the strut assembly on the drivers side for my 2007 Saab 9-3 2.0t because the mount bearing is bad and creaking. I bought a Quick Strut… --- ## [Bad Struts or something else?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-struts-or-something-else/172891)
**Author:** [@Alex120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alex120)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2020, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-struts-or-something-else/172891 "2020-12-02T15:57:23Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla, and I’ve been experiencing some pretty harsh shaking/vibration for the last 4-5 months. The tires make a soft thumping noise similar to a flat tire, and I was told that my tires are cupping … --- ## [Potentially Bad Strut/ Front end Creak and Pop over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/potentially-bad-strut-front-end-creak-and-pop-over-bumps/105562)
**Author:** [@mountainbee77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mountainbee77)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2020, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/potentially-bad-strut-front-end-creak-and-pop-over-bumps/105562 "2020-03-13T20:45:09Z")
Hi, Thanks for taking the time to read this. I have a 2010 ML350 Blutec that i bought at 80K miles. I had the front control arms replaced and still have significant poping/creaking over bumps in the front end. The mech… --- ## [Car shaking when accelerating \>30mph. Bad strut/tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-when-accelerating-30mph-bad-strut-tire/156023)
**Author:** [@Steve\_Ferguson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_Ferguson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2020, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-when-accelerating-30mph-bad-strut-tire/156023 "2020-01-07T15:27:30Z")
Hi. I’m brand new to this forum (forums in general) so bear with me. I have a 2010 Toyota Camry LE V6 with 160,000 miles. I live in Honolulu, so I myself don’t put a lot of miles on it (no big road trips). The previous … --- ## [Squeaking when going over bumps and popping when turning at low speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-when-going-over-bumps-and-popping-when-turning-at-low-speed/131392)
**Author:** [@Misael\_Ramos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Misael_Ramos)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-when-going-over-bumps-and-popping-when-turning-at-low-speed/131392 "2019-12-17T17:03:02Z")
Hello, My car sometimes makes a popping noise in the front end when I turn the wheel particularly from cold and at low speeds. I suspect the struts but what else could it be? There is no change in steering effort or fee… --- ## [Replaced quick strut makes a 'boing' spring noise only from one side (Honda Odyssey)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-quick-strut-makes-a-boing-spring-noise-only-from-one-side-honda-odyssey/152585)
**Author:** [@richiepub\_158879](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richiepub_158879)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2019, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-quick-strut-makes-a-boing-spring-noise-only-from-one-side-honda-odyssey/152585 "2019-11-18T20:08:24Z")
Just replaced my front pair of struts on my 2011 Honda Odyssey with Monroe Quick Struts (right side: 172560), along with inner/outer tie rods, and the stabilizer bar links. The repair went mostly fine, minus having to … --- ## [Broken strut mount safe to drive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-strut-mount-safe-to-drive/151682)
**Author:** [@kilsnacks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kilsnacks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2019, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-strut-mount-safe-to-drive/151682 "2019-10-29T15:22:13Z")
So My rear driver side strut mount appears to of rusted out and the middle part of it busted out so when I drive it clunks when going over any bumps even slight ones. I plan to get it fixed soon but I need to drive to co… --- ## [Strut autoparts recommendation for Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-autoparts-recommendation-for-subaru-outback/144467)
**Author:** [@BroncosRider92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BroncosRider92)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2019, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-autoparts-recommendation-for-subaru-outback/144467 "2019-07-17T01:26:35Z")
Hello: I’m considering replacing the struts on my 06 Subaru Outback and I was looking around at what it would cost. I found these at 1AAuto.com for about $190 for the pair and I also found these ones at NAPA online for … --- ## [Struts - do you replace two or four](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-do-you-replace-two-or-four/48065)
**Author:** [@greatsubaru](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greatsubaru)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2019, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-do-you-replace-two-or-four/48065 "2019-04-07T06:51:42Z")
Is it safe to replace just two struts on a car, as long as they're on the same axle? The rear struts on my Subaru needed replacement at 200,000 km on my last car and now on this one. The front (original) struts on both c… --- ## [My shock mount blew off Honda Accord 07](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-shock-mount-blew-off-honda-accord-07/136007)
**Author:** [@Autumn\_Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Autumn_Johnson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2019, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-shock-mount-blew-off-honda-accord-07/136007 "2019-03-07T22:06:23Z")
I hit a pot hole and now I can see my shock from this inside of my cab. Do I need to get a new shock assembly or just the shock mount --- ## ["Frozen" Struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-struts/59584)
**Author:** [@Monklet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Monklet)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-struts/59584 "2019-01-21T02:48:32Z")
In very cold weather, the rear springs/struts become so solid that the slightest bump in the road causes a noise and sensation like "Bottoming Out". As the weather warms a bit, the rear-end again works normally. --- ## [Seeking estimate to replace struts for 2010 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-estimate-to-replace-struts-for-2010-toyota-camry/115993)
**Author:** [@bigpoppop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigpoppop)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-estimate-to-replace-struts-for-2010-toyota-camry/115993 "2018-04-23T11:04:49Z")
Average cost to replace front & rear struts on 2010 Camry. --- ## [Dodge Avenger 2013 Needs new struts for alignment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-avenger-2013-needs-new-struts-for-alignment/115583)
**Author:** [@Jack\_Muth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack_Muth)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2018, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-avenger-2013-needs-new-struts-for-alignment/115583 "2018-04-14T23:06:03Z")
My Avenger was in an accident and when I got it back from the body shop which is also the dodge dealership they had not performed an alignment, which I had been told was done. The damage was generally limited to the fro… --- ## [1997 Toyota RAV4 struts and "wingnut" question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-struts-and-wingnut-question/113867)
**Author:** [@BobCooke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobCooke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 11:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-struts-and-wingnut-question/113867 "2018-03-18T11:08:03Z")
Thinking about what i might do with a broken front left strut; and should i replace both fronts. or just the broken one…or all 4…they’ve never been done… 2 used front ones from my local wrecker will cost $100 apiece, co… --- ## [How dangerous is it to drive with a broken strut?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-dangerous-is-it-to-drive-with-a-broken-strut/86320)
**Author:** [@Amiem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amiem)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2017, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-dangerous-is-it-to-drive-with-a-broken-strut/86320 "2017-09-12T04:44:12Z")
I had some work done on my car today and the mechanic told me I have a broken right strut. (I do trust the mechanic to be honest.) The quote to fix both was $715+tax. It's a 1997 Toyota RAV4 with 227K+ miles. Putting $80… --- ## [Clunking noise on 2007 Honda Fit; dealer says struts are "locked"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-on-2007-honda-fit-dealer-says-struts-are-locked/104228)
**Author:** [@asozicol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asozicol)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-on-2007-honda-fit-dealer-says-struts-are-locked/104228 "2017-05-27T23:39:20Z")
This January I had new front brake pads and rotors installed as well as an oil change and new battery for my 2007 Honda Fit Sport. Sometime after that I noticed clunking in the front end; particularly on the driver’s sid… --- ## [Struts of wrong size causing damage to lower control arms?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-of-wrong-size-causing-damage-to-lower-control-arms/92220)
**Author:** [@Dan\_X](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan_X)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-of-wrong-size-causing-damage-to-lower-control-arms/92220 "2016-06-05T01:45:31Z")
Had after market front struts installed by a non-dealer shop on 2006 Toyota Sienna. Dealer service dept diagnosed two months later that the struts were one inch too long and caused damage to the lower control arms. A d… --- ## [How much do struts+shocks replacement cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-do-struts-shocks-replacement-cost/93313)
**Author:** [@MJIyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MJIyer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2016, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-do-struts-shocks-replacement-cost/93313 "2016-05-17T20:36:59Z")
Hello, I took my 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer to Firestone and they say they can't do the full alignment because the struts have worn. They did the toe, but can't do the caster and camber. Okay, but what raised my eyebrows is … --- ## [2008 Corolla Wandering at Highway Speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-corolla-wandering-at-highway-speeds/92642)
**Author:** [@JLeather](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLeather)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2016, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-corolla-wandering-at-highway-speeds/92642 "2016-02-28T06:23:13Z")
My wife and I have owned our '08 Corolla since brand new. It is up to 162,000 miles now, and has developed a fairly serious handling issue. The car wanders at highway speeds (60mph+). This generally only occurs with s… --- ## [Why Is My Ride So Rough?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-my-ride-so-rough/92539)
**Author:** [@RAMBO91821](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RAMBO91821)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2016, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-my-ride-so-rough/92539 "2016-02-19T06:51:51Z")
Hi there, I have a 1997 Subaru Legacy Outback 5-spd with 160,000 miles on it. I replaced the struts, strut mounts, and tires just this last fall. I was anticipating a great improvement to the quality and smoothness of my… --- ## [Ride Quality Deterioration on a 2010 Camry LE -- Replace Struts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ride-quality-deterioration-on-a-2010-camry-le-replace-struts/90513)
**Author:** [@ShoogyBee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShoogyBee)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2015, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ride-quality-deterioration-on-a-2010-camry-le-replace-struts/90513 "2015-07-09T04:26:36Z")
Greetings, I'm the second owner of a CPO 2010 camry LE 4-cyl. I've had it for slightly more than two years. It had 30K miles on the odometer when I first bought it and now has just under 60K miles. When I first bou… --- ## [2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-explorer-sport-trac/88790)
**Author:** [@jeo1701](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeo1701)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2015, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-explorer-sport-trac/88790 "2015-01-24T06:16:35Z")
I have had a 2010 Sport Trac since it was new. In the 3 1/2 years I have had it struts have been replaced 2 times, and now will be the third time when it goes back to the dealer. The dealer said they will continue to cov… --- ## [Replace my 2006 Forester self-leveling (sls) struts and springs with non sls strut and springs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-2006-forester-self-leveling-sls-struts-and-springs-with-non-sls-strut-and-springs/85729)
**Author:** [@livejoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/livejoe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2014, 8:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-2006-forester-self-leveling-sls-struts-and-springs-with-non-sls-strut-and-springs/85729 "2014-08-14T08:22:55Z")
I have a 2006 Forester 2.5X L.L. BEAN with 95K miles and my struts were just replaced at Mavis. After, we drove it about 800 miles and then noticed it looked low in the back. When I asked about it they said my rear sprin… --- ## [2002 Volvo S80 needs Control Arm Bushings, 2 front tires and Struts - Is this car worth fixing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-s80-needs-control-arm-bushings-2-front-tires-and-struts-is-this-car-worth-fixing/84221)
**Author:** [@ShariS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShariS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2014, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-s80-needs-control-arm-bushings-2-front-tires-and-struts-is-this-car-worth-fixing/84221 "2014-03-18T01:46:17Z")
I recently bought a used car. Just found out this car also needs control arm bushings, 2 front tires and struts. I have the struts purchased, just need someone to put them in. I am considering moving, so I was thinking a… --- ## [Ball joint problem so soon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ball-joint-problem-so-soon/84013)
**Author:** [@poppykitty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/poppykitty)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 7:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ball-joint-problem-so-soon/84013 "2014-03-03T07:13:17Z")
My 2012 Honda Civic, with 71000 miles, is showing obvious signs of ball joint problems - a rattle at speeds over 50mph, and LOTS of noise when I go over a bump. I had a quick oil change yesterday, then immediately notice… --- ## [Corolla Struts to Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-struts-to-tires/81778)
**Author:** [@Corolla\_shenanigans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Corolla_shenanigans)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-struts-to-tires/81778 "2013-10-14T18:08:33Z")
I had brought my car into Toyota for an oil change for my 2008 Corolla and when I got out of there they had told me that I needed over $2,000 worth of repairs to my car. Two of these repairs (and most expensive) were all… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/struts/889.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=struts)