Gabriel Loaded Strut, Black

I bought this for my 2006 Saturn Vue Redline. Servicing the suspension parts has been on my to do list. Installation was a breeze after I removed the knuckle bolts (PIA). I have been reading up on how to swap out struts. These pre-assembled units are the way to go. Just remove old unit and install new one. The difference between the old unit and new one is night and day. I should have replaced much sooner. Going over bumps is so much smoother now.

Pretty disappointed. Replaced both front struts in my wife's Saturn Vue (paid to to have it professionally done at my local shop), had it aligned only to have the left front strut start making a horrendous noise only a couple months later. Replaced with a different brand and it went away and has stayed away. The passenger side is starting to make noise as well but not bad yet. Poor quality part, would not recommend. I'd like my money back but can't find a return process for the defective part.

Installed well. I used youtube to find instructions, they were very helpful. One mistake I made was using an impact wrench on the nut that connects the sway bar link. Because of that, I replaced the link, and did the other side as a precaution. I did have to purchase the other strut from another site. I did both struts with sway bar links in less than 3 hours.

It looks good, although I cannot comment yet, because I have not installed it yet. I did notice that the mounting bracket for the brake hose will have to be threaded to except the bolt for the brake hose bracket.

Works well no problem.

good parts

don't waste your time and money installing this. squeaky right from the start.

Great product and came exactly as described.