Rear Strut Clunk Log - Page 6

***Datadatum*** · 02-18-2005, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Sideoiler

Good to hear you got the problem fixed. Much quieter now isn't it. Did they replace both or just the noisy one. I'd assume you're not in the market for a Stratus. :roll:

Jeff - they only replaced the clunking strut (driver side rear). I asked for both, but they said that at 10,000 miles, it wasn't necessary. The car feels as-new to the butt g-meter.

As for the brand new rental fleet Stratus... what a piece of junk.

Saturn · 02-18-2005, 03:49 PM

Got my driver's rear strut replaced, car feels fine again

(Oh they gave me a 2005 forrester as a courtesy car, not xt though

)

***Datadatum*** · 02-18-2005, 05:33 PM

My dealer uses a rental company down the street. No Subies...

But at least they gave me a rental.

Gumpajim · 02-18-2005, 07:07 PM

So did you see a part # for the new strut? I've been holding off on taking mine in until there is a real fix, now it seems like there is and just want to make sure they put in the new part.

RoninSTi · 02-18-2005, 11:41 PM

Dont get your hopes up, I started the infamous nasioc thread...and I had both my struts replaced with new part # and the clunk is back with a vengeance.
Needless to say zeals are in my future.

***Datadatum*** · 02-19-2005, 11:10 AM

Gumpajim - I posted the part number and link on page 1 (or maybe 2) of this thread.

Ronin - I know, I read that thread with great interest. Some cars never have it, some get it fixed once, and some get the clunk repeatedly. I am hoping that my car is of the "fixed" variety.

Ol'SaltyBastard · 02-19-2005, 03:59 PM

Update on my "Clunk":

I went to the dealer and told him I had a clunk, and that this is not out of the ordinary for this car. He went ahead and ordered a new strut, and will replace it under warranty. I also told him that I would be replacing the stock springs with aftermarket ones, and he specified that he didn't mind. So, I replaced the front springs today, and my dumb a$$ didn't mark the frikken alignment bolts!!! Debating whether or not to replace the rear springs tomorrow, or let the dealer do this. Either way, with 5700 miles on the car, they are gonna repair it.

Bluesmaster · 02-19-2005, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by nhluhr

Bluesmaster - if you want a much more supple ride and still no clunk, what about a set of Whiteline Group4 coilovers?

I may have been happier with the Whitelines. The Cuscos are pretty decent at the softer rebound settings and don't feel bouncy. They also are a better setup for the track. Time will tell. It sure would be nice to get a few warm days around here. Everything is as hard as a rock in the suspension when it's cold and there is always some noise -- but -- no clunking! I realise that sound deadening adds weight but the STI has more road noise than any performance car in memory, especially in the rear. My Evo is relatively quiet in comparison, and I'm running Jic coilovers and lots of suspension mods on it. Go figure.

RoninSTi · 02-20-2005, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Ol'SaltyBastard

Update on my "Clunk":

I went to the dealer and told him I had a clunk, and that this is not out of the ordinary for this car. He went ahead and ordered a new strut, and will replace it under warranty. I also told him that I would be replacing the stock springs with aftermarket ones, and he specified that he didn't mind. So, I replaced the front springs today, and my dumb a$$ didn't mark the frikken alignment bolts!!! Debating whether or not to replace the rear springs tomorrow, or let the dealer do this. Either way, with 5700 miles on the car, they are gonna repair it.

Take the front wheels off, loosen the two 19mm nuts, and use a ratchet to spin the top bolt, watch the brake rotor as you rotate the nut and stop when you have the most negative camber by eye. It wont be an exact alignment but you'll be pretty damn close.
As far as the rear goes just install them, theres nothing to align back there anyways.
hope this helps!!

Gumpajim · 02-21-2005, 10:46 AM

Re part #, I just want to see if you got what we think is the latest # or maybe there is even a newer one. When I take mine in again I want to be sure to get the latest part #.

Thanks,
Jim

Ol'SaltyBastard · 02-21-2005, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by RoninSTi

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ol'SaltyBastard

Update on my "Clunk":

I went to the dealer and told him I had a clunk, and that this is not out of the ordinary for this car. He went ahead and ordered a new strut, and will replace it under warranty. I also told him that I would be replacing the stock springs with aftermarket ones, and he specified that he didn't mind. So, I replaced the front springs today, and my dumb a$$ didn't mark the frikken alignment bolts!!! Debating whether or not to replace the rear springs tomorrow, or let the dealer do this. Either way, with 5700 miles on the car, they are gonna repair it.

Take the front wheels off, loosen the two 19mm nuts, and use a ratchet to spin the top bolt, watch the brake rotor as you rotate the nut and stop when you have the most negative camber by eye. It wont be an exact alignment but you'll be pretty damn close.

As far as the rear goes just install them, theres nothing to align back there anyways.
hope this helps!!

Yes it does help!! Thanks a bunch!

**Turninconcepts.com** · 02-21-2005, 12:10 PM

Bear alignment in western hills or performance alignment is becoming quite adept at doing alignments on the scoobs since we keep taking them there. You might want to give them a ring and set up and appt.

For reference I'm running -2/-1.5 F/R with 0 toe all around.

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Originally Posted by Ol'SaltyBastard

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Originally Posted by RoninSTi

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Originally Posted by Ol'SaltyBastard

Update on my "Clunk":

I went to the dealer and told him I had a clunk, and that this is not out of the ordinary for this car. He went ahead and ordered a new strut, and will replace it under warranty. I also told him that I would be replacing the stock springs with aftermarket ones, and he specified that he didn't mind. So, I replaced the front springs today, and my dumb a$$ didn't mark the frikken alignment bolts!!! Debating whether or not to replace the rear springs tomorrow, or let the dealer do this. Either way, with 5700 miles on the car, they are gonna repair it.

Take the front wheels off, loosen the two 19mm nuts, and use a ratchet to spin the top bolt, watch the brake rotor as you rotate the nut and stop when you have the most negative camber by eye. It wont be an exact alignment but you'll be pretty damn close.

As far as the rear goes just install them, theres nothing to align back there anyways.
hope this helps!!

Yes it does help!! Thanks a bunch!

Ol'SaltyBastard · 02-22-2005, 06:11 AM

Thanks for the input on the alignment shop. Gonna get it done some time soon. Anyways, I'm looking forward to meeting you on Thursday for the bushing install.

Brian

Sti-lysh · 02-22-2005, 08:16 AM

I just had my rears replaced on my '05 the stock ones are black but the new ones are the pink (cherry red for everyone who is afraid of it). Apparently the replacements are pink for the 05's. Is it true that the 05 rear suspension is different from the 04. If so that could prove that the replacents for the 05 are different then the 04 replacements since there not interchangeable? Just and idea but not sure. Also many parts change with revisions and superceeding.

Sti-lysh · 02-22-2005, 10:43 AM

I look as soon as I get a chance and keep you posted.

02-18-2005, 03:49 PM	#77
Saturn Professional STI Driver Car: '05 Black STi Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 497 Join Date: Jan 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Thinking about buying an STI Got my driver's rear strut replaced, car feels fine again (Oh they gave me a 2005 forrester as a courtesy car, not xt though )

02-18-2005, 07:07 PM	#79
Gumpajim Junior STI Driver Posts: 134 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Who Else Can't Wait to Put Their Summer Tires Back On?? So did you see a part # for the new strut? I've been holding off on taking mine in until there is a real fix, now it seems like there is and just want to make sure they put in the new part.

02-21-2005, 10:46 AM	#85
Gumpajim Junior STI Driver Posts: 134 Join Date: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	iPod auxilary in 05 Re part #, I just want to see if you got what we think is the latest # or maybe there is even a newer one. When I take mine in again I want to be sure to get the latest part #. Thanks, Jim

02-22-2005, 06:11 AM	#88
Ol'SaltyBastard Spec C Club Car: 1983 Mercedes Benz 3 Location: N. Kentucky/Cinci Posts: 1,464 Join Date: Feb 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	RE: XX Tuning DYNO Day March 27th Details inside Thanks for the input on the alignment shop. Gonna get it done some time soon. Anyways, I'm looking forward to meeting you on Thursday for the bushing install. Brian

02-22-2005, 10:43 AM	#90
Sti-lysh Professional STI Racer Car: O5 OBP STi Fav Mod: Volk LE28N Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 841 Join Date: Jul 2004 Trader Rating: (2)	I look as soon as I get a chance and keep you posted. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

02-18-2005, 05:33 PM	#78
*Datadatum* 100% More Wingless Car: 05 STi + 08 OBXT Fav Mod: baby seats Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 5,705 Join Date: May 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	My dealer uses a rental company down the street. No Subies... But at least they gave me a rental.

02-18-2005, 11:41 PM	#80
RoninSTi STI Driver Location: Woodbridge, CT Posts: 222 Join Date: Feb 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Dont get your hopes up, I started the infamous nasioc thread...and I had both my struts replaced with new part # and the clunk is back with a vengeance. Needless to say zeals are in my future.

02-19-2005, 11:10 AM	#81
*Datadatum* 100% More Wingless Car: 05 STi + 08 OBXT Fav Mod: baby seats Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 5,705 Join Date: May 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Gumpajim - I posted the part number and link on page 1 (or maybe 2) of this thread. Ronin - I know, I read that thread with great interest. Some cars never have it, some get it fixed once, and some get the clunk repeatedly. I am hoping that my car is of the "fixed" variety.

02-19-2005, 03:59 PM	#82
Ol'SaltyBastard Spec C Club Car: 1983 Mercedes Benz 3 Location: N. Kentucky/Cinci Posts: 1,464 Join Date: Feb 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Update on my "Clunk": I went to the dealer and told him I had a clunk, and that this is not out of the ordinary for this car. He went ahead and ordered a new strut, and will replace it under warranty. I also told him that I would be replacing the stock springs with aftermarket ones, and he specified that he didn't mind. So, I replaced the front springs today, and my dumb a$$ didn't mark the frikken alignment bolts!!! Debating whether or not to replace the rear springs tomorrow, or let the dealer do this. Either way, with 5700 miles on the car, they are gonna repair it.

02-22-2005, 08:16 AM	#89
Sti-lysh Professional STI Racer Car: O5 OBP STi Fav Mod: Volk LE28N Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 841 Join Date: Jul 2004 Trader Rating: (2)	I just had my rears replaced on my '05 the stock ones are black but the new ones are the pink (cherry red for everyone who is afraid of it). Apparently the replacements are pink for the 05's. Is it true that the 05 rear suspension is different from the 04. If so that could prove that the replacents for the 05 are different then the 04 replacements since there not interchangeable? Just and idea but not sure. Also many parts change with revisions and superceeding.