How much should struts/shocks install cost? - Toyota Yaris Forums

rexseesyou · 02-26-2014, 01:57 PM

Hi guys, I got a deal on a set up Tokico's for the Scion XD and was wondering what is the maximum I should pay for installation as I'm not familiar with it? Basically, what price is too much to pay someone to do it?

Thanks in advance.

jpmck03 · 02-26-2014, 02:17 PM

If you can, do it yourself. Rears are super simple, fronts aren't too bad. I'm not mechanically inclined but I went over to my buddy's house and we got it done a few hours.

You learn a little, save a little and gain a little pride!

rexseesyou · 02-26-2014, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by jpmck03

If you can, do it yourself. Rears are super simple, fronts aren't too bad. I'm not mechanically inclined but I went over to my buddy's house and we got it done a few hours.

You learn a little, save a little and gain a little pride!

^^^Yeah definitely. However, I recently moved and honestly don't know anyone. Back home, I had friends who I could work on this together. I also live in an apartment complex where you can't work on cars and don't have tools such as the spring compressor. I rather not risk messing my up my car, but don't want to get ripped off.

I do love the pride aspect for the few things I have installed myself though!

BEEF · 02-26-2014, 04:28 PM

The spring compressor can be "borrowed" from advance or autozone with their "loan a tool program". (that's how I did mine though just lowering springs... same concept)

as far as the apartment not allowing a person to work on their cars, I'm actually surprised there aren't yarisworld members near you that would help you out. I have been willing in the past though not that many yarisworld(ers) live near me.

rexseesyou · 02-26-2014, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BEEF

The spring compressor can be "borrowed" from advance or autozone with their "loan a tool program". (that's how I did mine though just lowering springs... same concept)

as far as the apartment not allowing a person to work on their cars, I'm actually surprised there aren't yarisworld members near you that would help you out. I have been willing in the past though not that many yarisworld(ers) live near me.

Thanks for the tip.

WeeYari · 02-26-2014, 05:56 PM

I should just mention that the rear shocks in a sedan are trickier than the HB guys.

In the sedan, you have to remove the side plastic panels in the trunk to access the top nut on the shock. The hatch has convenient little access panels that easily pop off.

Exiwolfman · 02-26-2014, 07:03 PM

if not mistaken ...shop should charge about 2 hrs for full install plus alignment at extra cost.
To save money u can do rears at home cos they are easy even with little trim removal then have the shop do the rest ..just an idea.

bronsin · 02-26-2014, 07:04 PM

They want like $2500 to do the struts on my wifes 05 Camry!

Exiwolfman · 02-26-2014, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by bronsin

They want like $2500 to do the struts on my wifes 05 Camry!

lol ...what !!!

dont sound right at all...

rexseesyou · 02-26-2014, 08:26 PM

I got a quote for $200 over the phone.

rexseesyou · 02-26-2014, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by bronsin

They want like $2500 to do the struts on my wifes 05 Camry!

I hope that comes with a new transmission and massage.

Exiwolfman · 02-26-2014, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by rexseesyou

I hope that comes with a new transmission and massage.

o and 200$ sounds fair for full install of lowering springs on yaris

daddz07 · 02-27-2014, 12:48 PM

What about alignment? And installation of coilovers?
How much they cost?

Exiwolfman · 02-27-2014, 01:31 PM

[QUOTE=daddz07;728541]What about alignment? And installation of coilovers?
How much they cost?[/QUOT

see no reason why it would cost more maybe the set up after as for alignment i say 50 to 80 bucks for fourwheel.

Yaris_Mac · 06-24-2015, 12:12 PM

I don't have a garage. I'm going to my sister's house to lower my car and I need you guys help. What tools (socket sizes, wrenches, etc...) do I need to bring for this process? I plan on lowering my '08 Yaris 3dr this weekend. TIA!

Exiwolfman · 06-24-2015, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Yaris_Mac

I don't have a garage. I'm going to my sister's house to lower my car and I need you guys help. What tools (socket sizes, wrenches, etc...) do I need to bring for this process? I plan on lowering my '08 Yaris 3dr this weekend. TIA!

If ur car has been used in the winter u will need a torch ...u need 19 mm 17 mm open and alen keys 14 I think for sway bar ...10 mm plus have to remove wipers and everything in that area lol etc

02-26-2014, 01:57 PM	#1
rexseesyou View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Toyota Yaris Sedan S Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 44	How much should struts/shocks install cost? Hi guys, I got a deal on a set up Tokico's for the Scion XD and was wondering what is the maximum I should pay for installation as I'm not familiar with it? Basically, what price is too much to pay someone to do it? Thanks in advance.

02-26-2014, 02:17 PM	#2
jpmck03 View User's Garage Drives: 2025 GR86 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 893	If you can, do it yourself. Rears are super simple, fronts aren't too bad. I'm not mechanically inclined but I went over to my buddy's house and we got it done a few hours. You learn a little, save a little and gain a little pride! __________________ my {(retired) ride} - {mi ssk: review, diy} - {mi lw cp: review, diy} - {foglight install} - {painted emblem: experiment, diy}

02-26-2014, 04:28 PM	#4
BEEF View User's Garage Drives: 2008 yaris 3d Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: north carolina Posts: 732	The spring compressor can be "borrowed" from advance or autozone with their "loan a tool program". (that's how I did mine though just lowering springs... same concept) as far as the apartment not allowing a person to work on their cars, I'm actually surprised there aren't yarisworld members near you that would help you out. I have been willing in the past though not that many yarisworld(ers) live near me. __________________ Be the change you wish to see in the world -Mahatma Gandhi-

02-26-2014, 05:56 PM	#6
WeeYari View User's Garage Drives: 06 Polar White 5dr, 13 Soul 4u Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,809	I should just mention that the rear shocks in a sedan are trickier than the HB guys. In the sedan, you have to remove the side plastic panels in the trunk to access the top nut on the shock. The hatch has convenient little access panels that easily pop off. __________________

02-26-2014, 07:04 PM	#8
bronsin Drives: 2009 Base Hatch 2 Dr Auto Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nj Posts: 4,792	They want like $2500 to do the struts on my wifes 05 Camry! __________________ Synthetic Oil: Its All In Your Head

02-26-2014, 07:03 PM	#7
Exiwolfman View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Wasaga beach Posts: 1,617	if not mistaken ...shop should charge about 2 hrs for full install plus alignment at extra cost. To save money u can do rears at home cos they are easy even with little trim removal then have the shop do the rest ..just an idea.

02-26-2014, 08:26 PM	#10
rexseesyou View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Toyota Yaris Sedan S Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 44	I got a quote for $200 over the phone.

02-27-2014, 12:48 PM	#13
daddz07 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2008 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: california Posts: 296	What about alignment? And installation of coilovers? How much they cost?

02-27-2014, 01:31 PM	#14
Exiwolfman View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Wasaga beach Posts: 1,617	[QUOTE=daddz07;728541]What about alignment? And installation of coilovers? How much they cost?[/QUOT see no reason why it would cost more maybe the set up after as for alignment i say 50 to 80 bucks for fourwheel.

06-24-2015, 12:12 PM	#15
Yaris_Mac Drives: Gas saver Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bay Area Posts: 22	I don't have a garage. I'm going to my sister's house to lower my car and I need you guys help. What tools (socket sizes, wrenches, etc...) do I need to bring for this process? I plan on lowering my '08 Yaris 3dr this weekend. TIA!

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