Date: Thu, 23 Jun 2005 08:52:34 +0100 From: Pooh Bear <rabbitsfriendsandrelationsnospamail.com> Subject: Re: suspension noise
John B wrote: > Hi, > > Ever since I replaced rear springs/shocks on my 1992 900, I've been hearing a > knocking noise when going over bumps emanating from the rear right wheel. This > was not heard at all before the spring/shock job. All shock bushings are brand > new, and are the ones that came with the Koni shocks. I tried removing and > reinstalling the upper top bushing to no avail (I haven't yet invested the time > and effort to remove the shock and check the lower top bushing, but I have no > reason to think I installed it incorrectly). The left rear wheel, which had the > exact same equipment installed at the same time, doesn't make this noise. > > Yes, I have some tools and stuff in the back, but they are not concentrated on > the right side of the car, and I really don't think they are the cause. I've > checked that the spare tire is firmly bolted down (though that's on the left > side anyway). > > Thoughts? Have you done the simple 'bounce test' since the shocks were replaced ? i.e. push the corner of the car and see how it responds. If you see different results from LH to RH then something's wrong. Did you actually *need* the springs replaced too btw ? Graham