Very early strut failure

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I installed Monroe Quick Struts on my front end 4/2/24.about 6 months ago, along with control arms and sway bar links. It appears my struts are leaking. I don't abuse this money pit. Why did they fail? I thought Monroe was reputable. I did get alignment at least twice after installation. I'm frustrated because I did the work carefully, and it looks like my car will be on blocks during return of current struts for replacements.

 

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I've tried to upload pictures, but they are too large.

 

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I finally figured out how to upload pictures. This picture is representative of every view of both front struts. I think the tech at the very least misdiagnosed the issue if there is one, and it worst flat out loud trying to get me to replace my 4 month old struts. It doesn't appear there is any fluid coming from the rod / seal area but instead is probably my overzealous greasing of the new sway bar links. Agree? See the attached picture