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Old Dec 26, 2012
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Noise coming from left shock

I have this squeaking noise coming from my driver side coilover. I replaced the top hat a couple of days ago because it was making noises everytime i would turn. I checked axles, lower control arm bushing, wheel bearing, sway bar end links and everything looks good. My tie rod ends need to be replaced because I sort of damaged them while putting my coilovers on. But all in all everything looks fine to me.

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Re: Noise coming from left shock

Definitely sounds like rubber... if that helps any.
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Re: Noise coming from left shock

i believe there is a bearing at the top there, did you replace it? is it installed correctly?
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Re: Noise coming from left shock

Spray the top of your strut with a penetrating oil the noise will go away, your bushings are worn a bit.

I did this and the noise stopped for now.
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Re: Noise coming from left shock

Originally Posted by mikey1
i believe there is a bearing at the top there, did you replace it? is it installed correctly?
Yeah its installed correctly.
Originally Posted by 04 Honda Civic
Spray the top of your strut with a penetrating oil the noise will go away, your bushings are worn a bit.

I did this and the noise stopped for now.
This might just work, I will give it try and see how it goes.
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Re: Noise coming from left shock

Doenst really mean the bushings are good, but it will buy you more time.

I did it a year ago and its still quiet. I know they need replacing soon though ride just isnt as nice as when I first got the car..
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