How to Install a Brand New Front Suspension in Your Car or Truck

🔧Easily replace your front suspension without a lift or fancy tools.

🔨Common hand tools are sufficient for the entire process, except for the bearing and ball joint press, which can be rented for free from local parts stores.

💡Follow detailed instructions on installing various parts, from snap rings to cotter pins and torquing them down.

🔒Use the right thread Locker for proper installation.

🚗Learn how to install the lower control arm, upper control arm, bearing, ball joint, hub, strut, tie rods, brakes, and axle.

What tools do I need to replace the front suspension?

—You only need common hand tools except for the bearing and ball joint press, which can be rented for free from local parts stores.

Do I need a lift to replace the front suspension?

—No, you can do it at home on jack stands.

Can I reuse the old rusty retaining clips or snap rings?

—It's recommended to use new ones for a secure installation.

Do I need any special skills or knowledge to replace the front suspension?

—No, the process is explained step by step in the video.

How long does the front suspension replacement take?

—The video doesn't mention the exact time, but it should take a few hours to complete.

00:00Introduction by ChrisFix.

00:24Overview of the process. No fancy tools or lift required, only common hand tools and a rented bearing and ball joint press.

08:41Detailed instructions on replacing the front suspension, including lower control arm, upper control arm, bearing, ball joint, hub, strut, tie rods, brakes, and axle.

12:08Tips for torqueing down nuts and bolts, including using a paint marker to keep track of torqued fasteners.

15:31Installation of the axle and tips for not damaging the seal.

16:02Importance of refilling the transmission fluid after axle installation.

16:23Installation of the lower control arm.

16:29Conclusion and next steps.