Barry94 Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Has anyone heard anything about the Monroe replacement electronic shocks????? I found this on Munroe's site. http://www.monroe.com/catalog_lookup/E_Cat...YR=1994&LST=499 However I was unable to find a price. Barry 2008 STS V82016 Colorado Z711970 Corvette LT-1 Coupe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeal1892 Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Its all brand new now ! Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 .... THAT will be easy, very easy, I am going to remove the electronic dampers from each of the old struts and tie wrap them in place and connect them to the system.... I need to buy old rear struts from the scrap yard. I sent one to JimD and broke one. If the SERVICE RIDE CONTROL message does not come up, it will help me sell the car..... I think most buyers would be reluctant to buy a car with SERVICE RIDE CONTROL coming up, don't you think? Mike: I can get that solenoid in the mail manana. And, I have a GM standard two pin connector that I will solder on if that is what the chassis end of your wiring uses. Also, there is aprroximately 18" of wire on the solenoid; is that enough or do you need more wiggle room? Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Jim did I send you the one that had its wiring connector broken off or WITH the wiring intact. If I recall I broke the first rear strut connector off (I think I discarded it) and I sent you the one with the connector intact, is that right? Mike If you do still have that solenoid and the connector intact that would be great. That would mean that I would only need to buy one rear strut assembly and remove the damper valve.... cool Id like to sell this for $6K and buy and STS in decent condition.. if possible Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeal1892 Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Jim did I send you the one that had its wiring connector broken off or WITH the wiring intact. If I recall I broke the first rear strut connector off (I think I discarded it) and I sent you the one with the connector intact, is that right? Mike If you do still have that solenoid and the connector intact that would be great. That would mean that I would only need to buy one rear strut assembly and remove the damper valve.... cool Id like to sell this for $6K and buy and STS in decent condition.. if possible May as well just keep it and get an STS. Hell its pretty much new and you know what you have got Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Jim did I send you the one that had its wiring connector broken off or WITH the wiring intact. If I recall I broke the first rear strut connector off (I think I discarded it) and I sent you the one with the connector intact, is that right? Mike If you do still have that solenoid and the connector intact that would be great. That would mean that I would only need to buy one rear strut assembly and remove the damper valve.... cool Id like to sell this for $6K and buy and STS in decent condition.. if possible Here is the solenoid you sent to me (that must be L.I. dirt in the threads). The connector to the chassis was cut off but I can solder on the connector shown if that is the proper configuration. Correction; connector not shown and I emailed it, Mike. Pix are too big.... Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Jim, thanks! I kept the connector here as I soldered a resistor onto it, thanks for jogging my memory. Yes I would love to have that damper back if you don't need it... You have my address still? Do you think these valves get hot? What do you think of me heat shrink wrapping them to keep water out and then attaching them to the body by drilling a hole in the metal frame that wraps around it? Thanks, again Mike Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 The valve coil and associated wiring is waterproof as is. I would just be sure it is secure and can't rattle against something. Heat dissipation should not be a problem on your average paved surface. You might do some future owner / mechanic a favor and mark the valve somehow to indicate why and how the suspension is "modified". Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 Good Idea, I had planned to state that the struts were replaced with Passives when I sold the car with a complete list of work performed... Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 9, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 Here is an UPDATE..... All I can say is OH MY GOD! I have gone out the last two nights on shake down runs. The new front end has transformed my car into a smooth, road hugging, flat on turns, quiet rocket! It is totally amazing the difference that this work has made. It is as if I am riding on glass.... And to think that I still need to change the RF hub bearing and it will get even better... The skippiness or the cars tendency to jerk or change direction abruptly over bumps is GONE! That skippiness felt like it was coming from the rear it was so bad, I thought I had bad rear knuckles, but it was the tire assembly leaving the road surface and coming down in a different position due to the suspension geometry changing from loose bushings, ball joints and strut mount. The strut mount on the RF was definitely damaged and today I noticed that the RF strut was leaking oil as it was leaving an oil line on the shaft as I worked it in and out. A pleasant suprise is how nicely the car negotiates curb cuts now, before replacing the struts and springs I always had a fear of bottoming out, that is GONE... Tomorrow I am going to balance and rotate my tires. This has been a very rewarding repair and I recommend this to anyone who has an aging Cadillac, it makes a big difference. Other than their inability to suppress the Ride Control message I have no complaints with the Boston struts. However, I would have a good look at the passive struts that rockauto is selling (Monroe's) if I had to do this over again. I didn't like that the Boston struts are generic struts and they don't have proper fittings for the stabilizer link and they have the extra wing (which doesn't actually cause any problems). But they are doing the job and I am thrilled with the ride... Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeal1892 Posted May 9, 2006 Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 Im glad to hear your so happy with this ! The one struts is leaking will they replace it ? Michael- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 9, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 I'm sorry the OLD strut was leaking... not the new one.. Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolnesss Posted May 10, 2006 Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 [ I would have a good look at the passive struts that rockauto is selling (Monroe's) if I had to do this over again. I didn't like that the Boston struts are generic struts and they don't have proper fittings for the stabilizer link and they have the extra wing (which doesn't actually cause any problems). But they are doing the job and I am thrilled with the ride... The Monroes are electronic!!!!!!!!!! I talked to their sales peep and he said they replace the Cad electronic exactly. I wonder if anyone has used them???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 How much are they. I am surprised that they are electronic Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted May 10, 2006 Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 A year late and a dollar (or some) short! There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted May 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 I only spent $525, I doubt that the Monroes are cheap. I couldnt see putting $2000 worth of active struts on a 10 yo car... Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted May 10, 2006 Report Share Posted May 10, 2006 Different parts on a totally different front suspension, but! When I was going through the parts availability / price exercise for my '98 Seville struts, I did find a Monroe part number for active struts. The Monroe price was so close to OEM parts that I decided to get the known quantity of OEM parts. Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2006 I just replaced my RF hub bearing and the high speed moan is completely gone. It really got bad above 72 and at 77 it was scary loud. I just took it for a short high speed ride and hit 88 with no moan/roar at all. It took about an hour to replace it, I was lucky the axle bolt came right off, and once I removed the three hub bearing bolts the bearing came right out of the knuckle.. Very lucky. Torqued everything up to spec, greased the ball joint and tie-rod and my front end is now complete. Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Nunnally Posted June 11, 2006 Report Share Posted June 11, 2006 Great to hear the repair went well. That is a wonderful feeling when you can diagnose and repair something yourself. Bruce 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Follow me on: Twitter Instagram Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimD Posted June 11, 2006 Report Share Posted June 11, 2006 Well done, Mike. Happy motoring. Down here (south of I-20) that would be a 4 hour job due to the time needed to mop up the sweat and ponder the meaning of life over a can of red white and blue. Jim Drive your car. Use your cell phone. CHOOSE ONE ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 12, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 Great to hear the repair went well. That is a wonderful feeling when you can diagnose and repair something yourself. Thanks Bruce, it does feel good. I can't wait for my next long trip, July 3rd to Virginia Beach. The moan was so bad, you had difficulty having a conversation. I will have to watch my speed now, I don't have any warning 'noise', Well done, Mike. Happy motoring. Down here (south of I-20) that would be a 4 hour job due to the time needed to mop up the sweat and ponder the meaning of life over a can of red white and blue. Thanks Jim, Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAC Posted June 12, 2006 Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 WOW! You did well--Excellent! I'm glad to hear it all went without a hitch for you. Have a great trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 12, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 Thanks Mac! Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenJ Posted June 12, 2006 Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 I can't wait for my next long trip, July 3rd to Virginia Beach. There is no means of avoiding the final collapse of a boom brought about by credit expansion. The alternative is only whether the crisis should come sooner as the result of a voluntary abandonment of further credit expansion, or later as a final and total catastrophe of the currency system involved. - Ludwig von Mises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 12, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 Warren, you know me! I spoke to Lakewood Auto parts and plan to pull the module out of a 96 sitting there! Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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