Replaced ADS struts/shocks to non-tech
03-12-2018, 12:07 PM
#1
Replaced ADS struts/shocks to non-tech
Hello ZDX-ers!
Recently was quoted $3300 from a local dealer to replace all front struts and rear shocks for our ZDX. Front strut was clunking on bumps and potholes. Rear shock was leaking and produced "ca-toong" on any bumps as well.
Came across a thread for MDX-ers who changed their ADS struts and rear shocks to non-tech. Made me think... If I am to keep our ZDX for awhile - what's the point of spending $3300 and after 50k they are out again? Non-tech struts and shocks last about 3 times longer compared to ADS ones based on my on-line research. Heard of recall from Acura for ADS struts and shocks for MDX models - called Acura - "sorry your VIN is not in the list" excuse promptly came to my ear on the phone.
Long story short - tried to order non-tech struts and shocks from a local dealer and they were insisting on getting VIN from me first. Just like a doctor's office - they treat their clients like children who have no idea what they are doing. Found an on-line catalog from a Florida dealer with decent non-tech prices. Front struts, rear shocks, installation bolts - total $880. Placed the order and within 5 days giant package arrived at my door.
Last weekend I finally got to get going with the project. Results? OUTSTANDING ride! The only "downfall" is that once it is in "sport" mode - the ADS light does come on. In "comfort" - no lights, nada. And that is ok - we never use "sport" mode due to stiff suspension. Our local roads have some serious "ups and downs" and bumps, so "comfort" has been the only choice for us here in northern Washington state.
Took about 4 hours total to replace front struts (full assemblies), rear shocks and attaching 5 Watt resistors in the front and 2 Watt resistors in the rear.
The car drives like NEW! Still all the features of Advanced package, but with "regular" struts and shocks. After this install - I am in disbelief how pathetic Acura has become with their coverage of ADS systems! Afterall - it was invented by GM and adopted by Acura... How sad.
HIGHLY recommend this conversion to those who seek to keep their ZDX and save $1000's on their bills...
Recently was quoted $3300 from a local dealer to replace all front struts and rear shocks for our ZDX. Front strut was clunking on bumps and potholes. Rear shock was leaking and produced "ca-toong" on any bumps as well.
Came across a thread for MDX-ers who changed their ADS struts and rear shocks to non-tech. Made me think... If I am to keep our ZDX for awhile - what's the point of spending $3300 and after 50k they are out again? Non-tech struts and shocks last about 3 times longer compared to ADS ones based on my on-line research. Heard of recall from Acura for ADS struts and shocks for MDX models - called Acura - "sorry your VIN is not in the list" excuse promptly came to my ear on the phone.
Long story short - tried to order non-tech struts and shocks from a local dealer and they were insisting on getting VIN from me first. Just like a doctor's office - they treat their clients like children who have no idea what they are doing. Found an on-line catalog from a Florida dealer with decent non-tech prices. Front struts, rear shocks, installation bolts - total $880. Placed the order and within 5 days giant package arrived at my door.
Last weekend I finally got to get going with the project. Results? OUTSTANDING ride! The only "downfall" is that once it is in "sport" mode - the ADS light does come on. In "comfort" - no lights, nada. And that is ok - we never use "sport" mode due to stiff suspension. Our local roads have some serious "ups and downs" and bumps, so "comfort" has been the only choice for us here in northern Washington state.
Took about 4 hours total to replace front struts (full assemblies), rear shocks and attaching 5 Watt resistors in the front and 2 Watt resistors in the rear.
The car drives like NEW! Still all the features of Advanced package, but with "regular" struts and shocks. After this install - I am in disbelief how pathetic Acura has become with their coverage of ADS systems! Afterall - it was invented by GM and adopted by Acura... How sad.
HIGHLY recommend this conversion to those who seek to keep their ZDX and save $1000's on their bills...
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03-13-2018, 01:29 AM
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I had same issue two months ago a week after I got mine with 56,000 miles. I got out of state and a Honda dealer checked it out for $100 and marked all good including shocks etc. I get it home and heard and felt bad shocks
Acura did mine under a outdated warrant on my 2010 advance and maybe because Honda said they were good so therefor I had no chance to negotiate
but I got new ones and my 2010 Tech rode perfect so not understanding why they even added short lived high price shocks. Mine are replaced but when I go over bump in driveway it still doesn’t feel as good as the non Ids ZDX I had. Thanks for this helpful info !
Acura did mine under a outdated warrant on my 2010 advance and maybe because Honda said they were good so therefor I had no chance to negotiate
but I got new ones and my 2010 Tech rode perfect so not understanding why they even added short lived high price shocks. Mine are replaced but when I go over bump in driveway it still doesn’t feel as good as the non Ids ZDX I had. Thanks for this helpful info !
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05-24-2018, 11:04 AM
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my responses to the thread
Hello ZDX-ers!
Recently was quoted $3300 from a local dealer to replace all front struts and rear shocks for our ZDX. Front strut was clunking on bumps and potholes. Rear shock was leaking and produced "ca-toong" on any bumps as well.
Came across a thread for MDX-ers who changed their ADS struts and rear shocks to non-tech. Made me think... If I am to keep our ZDX for awhile - what's the point of spending $3300 and after 50k they are out again? Non-tech struts and shocks last about 3 times longer compared to ADS ones based on my on-line research. Heard of recall from Acura for ADS struts and shocks for MDX models - called Acura - "sorry your VIN is not in the list" excuse promptly came to my ear on the phone.
Long story short - tried to order non-tech struts and shocks from a local dealer and they were insisting on getting VIN from me first. Just like a doctor's office - they treat their clients like children who have no idea what they are doing. Found an on-line catalog from a Florida dealer with decent non-tech prices. Front struts, rear shocks, installation bolts - total $880. Placed the order and within 5 days giant package arrived at my door.
Last weekend I finally got to get going with the project. Results? OUTSTANDING ride! The only "downfall" is that once it is in "sport" mode - the ADS light does come on. In "comfort" - no lights, nada. And that is ok - we never use "sport" mode due to stiff suspension. Our local roads have some serious "ups and downs" and bumps, so "comfort" has been the only choice for us here in northern Washington state.
Took about 4 hours total to replace front struts (full assemblies), rear shocks and attaching 5 Watt resistors in the front and 2 Watt resistors in the rear.
The car drives like NEW! Still all the features of Advanced package, but with "regular" struts and shocks. After this install - I am in disbelief how pathetic Acura has become with their coverage of ADS systems! Afterall - it was invented by GM and adopted by Acura... How sad.
HIGHLY recommend this conversion to those who seek to keep their ZDX and save $1000's on their bills...
Recently was quoted $3300 from a local dealer to replace all front struts and rear shocks for our ZDX. Front strut was clunking on bumps and potholes. Rear shock was leaking and produced "ca-toong" on any bumps as well.
Came across a thread for MDX-ers who changed their ADS struts and rear shocks to non-tech. Made me think... If I am to keep our ZDX for awhile - what's the point of spending $3300 and after 50k they are out again? Non-tech struts and shocks last about 3 times longer compared to ADS ones based on my on-line research. Heard of recall from Acura for ADS struts and shocks for MDX models - called Acura - "sorry your VIN is not in the list" excuse promptly came to my ear on the phone.
Long story short - tried to order non-tech struts and shocks from a local dealer and they were insisting on getting VIN from me first. Just like a doctor's office - they treat their clients like children who have no idea what they are doing. Found an on-line catalog from a Florida dealer with decent non-tech prices. Front struts, rear shocks, installation bolts - total $880. Placed the order and within 5 days giant package arrived at my door.
Last weekend I finally got to get going with the project. Results? OUTSTANDING ride! The only "downfall" is that once it is in "sport" mode - the ADS light does come on. In "comfort" - no lights, nada. And that is ok - we never use "sport" mode due to stiff suspension. Our local roads have some serious "ups and downs" and bumps, so "comfort" has been the only choice for us here in northern Washington state.
Took about 4 hours total to replace front struts (full assemblies), rear shocks and attaching 5 Watt resistors in the front and 2 Watt resistors in the rear.
The car drives like NEW! Still all the features of Advanced package, but with "regular" struts and shocks. After this install - I am in disbelief how pathetic Acura has become with their coverage of ADS systems! Afterall - it was invented by GM and adopted by Acura... How sad.
HIGHLY recommend this conversion to those who seek to keep their ZDX and save $1000's on their bills...
05-24-2018, 11:16 AM
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Hi khy17! Let me know if my PM went through ok on your end. Sent parts list, etc your way. If not - will resend it over to you.
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05-24-2018, 11:55 AM
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Hi Rushin2, i did receive it and replied. Thank you so much for the detailed response, that was awesome! I'll ask here as well...is it 100% necessary to replace the front camber bolts? Assuming the ones i'll be working on are in decent shape i was just going to leave them be...was going to do the same for the rear shock bolts too. Thoughts?
05-24-2018, 12:58 PM
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Hi Rushin2, i did receive it and replied. Thank you so much for the detailed response, that was awesome! I'll ask here as well...is it 100% necessary to replace the front camber bolts? Assuming the ones i'll be working on are in decent shape i was just going to leave them be...was going to do the same for the rear shock bolts too. Thoughts?
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Replace ADS Strut/Shocks to non-tech
The tech front struts and rear shocks on my 2012 ZDX are clunking and leaking. Can someone please help me with the list of replacement non-tech shocks and also where to buy from. Did you have do make any change to attachment point?
Thanks for your help.
Thanks for your help.
10-19-2020, 02:35 PM
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Hi Tkalsi,
I was trying to send you a PM and it threw this error below. Please try to delete your sent message first and reply back on the thread, so I can try to send it again over to you:
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03-02-2021, 09:42 PM
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Hi Rushin,
I have a 2010 Advanced ZDX (I'm the original owner but I have not been here on the forum in forever) with about 80K miles on it. The shock are beginning to go and I'm debating on replacing with the IDS system shocks. I generally drive in sport mode. I like the tighter feel. However, with the price difference, I'm not sure it is worth the cost. Could you send me the part list you have and any additional details. One question - would you say the non-IDS shock drive more like comfort mode??
Thanks. I'll also send a PM.
I have a 2010 Advanced ZDX (I'm the original owner but I have not been here on the forum in forever) with about 80K miles on it. The shock are beginning to go and I'm debating on replacing with the IDS system shocks. I generally drive in sport mode. I like the tighter feel. However, with the price difference, I'm not sure it is worth the cost. Could you send me the part list you have and any additional details. One question - would you say the non-IDS shock drive more like comfort mode??
Thanks. I'll also send a PM.
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