Gas-Matic Strut
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Monroe Gas-Matic Strut

Part No. 81962 Warranty  
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Monroe Gas-Matic passenger car struts are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic passenger cars
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications

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Monroe Gas-Matic Strut
 
3.8

(based on 6 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (2)

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    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (0)

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    (1)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to install (3)
  • Easy to use (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Small cars (3)
      • Car & Truck:
      • Casual driver (5)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (3)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    11/21/2011
     
    4.0

    monroe gas matic strut cartrige

    By mike

    from St.Louis,MO,Richmond,IN

    About Me Auto Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy to install
    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Small Cars

      Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

      good buy,they were easy to install(hardest part was removing old bolts)if I woulda had the money I would have gotten the sensa trac,but I am satisfied with these,the differance in the ride was noticed imediatley!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      9/28/2011
       
      4.0

      Good

      By rgutierrez777

      from San Antonio, Texas

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Large Cars

        Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

        Good ride and easy to install.

        • Car & Truck:
        • Casual Driver
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        7/14/2011
         
        4.0

        great shox

        By d.wilfong

        from chester va

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Small Cars

          Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

          these r great shock noticed a great respose in my suspension as soon as i put them on
          great product for anybody whos vehicle rides rough

          • Car & Truck:
          • Auto Enthusiast, Casual Driver
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          6/1/2011
           
          1.0

          On my third pair!

          By Tom

          from Austin, Texas

          Pros

          • Easy To Use

          Cons

          • Did not last

          Best Uses

          • Small Cars

          Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

          I'm on my third set on my car. The first set lasted just about 6 months. I average 14,000 miles a year. [...] I will be buying a different brand, definitely not satisfied with the life of this product.

          • Car & Truck:
          • Auto Enthusiast, Casual Driver

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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          1/27/2011
           
          5.0

          great price[...]

          By Ed

          from Stevensville, MD

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Install

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Everyday Driving

          Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

          SHOULD HAVE REPLACED A LONG TIME AGO!!!

          • Car & Truck:
          • Casual Driver

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          6/27/2010

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Excellent for the price

          By Cobra Jet

          from New Orleans

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Install

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Everyday Driving

            Comments about Monroe Gas-Matic Strut:

            Instructions included in box were good

            • Car & Truck:
            • Casual Driver

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            • Q:

              what special tools do u need to change the struts
              Asked on 12/10/2011 by Anonymous

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                The tools needed to replace the struts are Spring compressor, Car jack, Two jack stands, One ratchet and Two sockets.

                Answered on 12/11/2011 by Dennis from AAP

            • Q:

              when i change the strut do i need to change the boot?
              Asked on 11/4/2010 by danny from louisville ky

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                I recommend changing the boot as well.

                Answered on 11/4/2010 by Mike the Auto Parts Master from AAP

            • Q:

              do you change this part the same way as a shock absorber or as a strut with all the special tools?
              Asked on 10/16/2010 by uncadale from foxworth, ms

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                You would change this the same way as a strut.

                Answered on 10/19/2010 by Parker the Auto Parts Whisperer from AAP

            • Q:

              what cars will fit with agas matic strut part number 81962
              Asked on 7/31/2010 by Anonymous

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                this part fits many vehicles. plz proved more info to further assist you

                Answered on 8/2/2010 by skarakis from aap

            • Q:

              my mustang needs struts but i have the eibach springs do i need a special strut
              Asked on 3/22/2010 by sapo63 from austin tx.

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                No, the Eibach springs should work in conjuction with Monroe Struts.

                Answered on 4/22/2010 by Mike from AAP
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