antifreze

2004 350z - stock

So, both my rear shocks are shot. The dealer wants $600 (parts and labor) to replace them, a local shop wants $340 (parts and labor). Can I do this even cheaper/better?

My knowledge of cars is limited. I have changed brake pads/rotors (disc only), changed the oil myself, installed air filters and I have sort of installed a water pump in an old cherokee...

So, are rear shocks something I an handle? I can rent the big tools from Autozone, I have jack stands, and a friend that is willing to help. Anyone have a guide/guidance/advice on this?

antifreze

I put in my car at checkers and went to rear shock and this is what came up..

http://shop.oreillyauto.com/ProductD...artNumber=5795

does that work?

cheshirecat79

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Yes, you can do it. The rear is very, very straightforward.

Hraesvelg

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I have the rear shocks off my G35 coupe (2003)

Pay shipping and you can have them for free. I'm in SC.

antifreze

Will rear shocks from a '03 G45 coupe work in a '04 350z?

Hraesvelg

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I'm almost positive. I put '03 Z springs and shocks on my '03 G35.

Verify and let me know. I can ship these out to you next week.

Like I said, just pay the shipping and u kan haz diss 4 free.

antifreze

what kind of shape are the G35 shocks in?

Hraesvelg

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Not sure. I want to say less than 20,000 miles on them? Definitely less than 30k. One issue though, I believe they are softer than 350Z shocks. But if you're in a bind and need some shocks fast and cheap these will work.

jubes

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That's nice of you Hraes

35oZephyR

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If you know how to take the brakes apart to change the pads, this should be a walk in the park for you.

The rear shocks are one of the most straight forward installs for the Z since the shock stands alone from the spring. Just make sure you don't over-torque the top mounts.

cheshirecat79

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Good enough, considering that he's offering them to you for free.

Hraesvelg

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Well... maybe I should charge him for it. Don't want to ruin my rep.

VO...

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Rear shocks are a cake walk...

guitman32

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All you need is a floor jack, jack stands, two wrenches (its literally 4 bolts per side), some sockets, an extension for the two nuts at the top shock mount, and a torque wrench to put everything back together. As easy as changing the oil...easier if you count the 14 annoying undertray bolts.

antifreze

so does anyone have a link with a guide? (for how much pressure is needed) and such?

jubes

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LMAO

davidv

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Agree. Anyone who can get the brake rotors off the car can surely replace the rear shocks. Remember that unlike the front the rear shocks are NOT inside the springs.

davidv

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Not sure what your budget is but consider a performance shock such as this. Reference: http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/S...lar=&brand=all

antifreze

hehe, at this time (saving for a pretty big wedding) I have a pretty tight budget.

Hraesvelg

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Sounds like you want the "free" option.