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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 02:57 PM
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Just yesterday my car began to make clunking noises for every little bump at low speeds
at first I thought it might be the muffler pipes loose, but that is not likely and paying close attention i think it's the schocks.

I installed Eibach pro kit springs a month ago and im surprised that my shocks can be bad so soon.

Is this normal? do i need to replace my shocks already?
Old Sep 12, 2008 | 03:00 PM
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sorry forgot to say my car has 9200 miles and i put the springs when i had 7000 miles i think
Old Sep 12, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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Front, rear?
If its the front STRUTS making the noise,
did you replace the upper strut mount bearing?
Did you tighten everything back up at ride height
or vehicle jacked unloaded suspension height?
Need more info to be able to diagnose the problem
from miles away, sight unseen, internet forum posts
style.
I am thinking its the window tint thats rattling but cant tell.
When was that installed?

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Old Sep 12, 2008 | 04:26 PM
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i believe is the fronts only but the noise is so obvious and from both sides i didnt replace the upper strut mounts, its an 08, but the noise doesnt happen when i turn its from just regular small bumps.
Old Sep 12, 2008 | 04:32 PM
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from experience how long did some of your factory struts/shocks lasted after you put lowering springs?
thanx in advanced i know some of you guys have done this
Old Sep 12, 2008 | 10:13 PM
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They dont last long.
Most front end noises are from loose
swar bar links. Check them first.
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