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roadkingdoc
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2011 5:44 pm    Post subject: 71 strut noise Reply with quote

my 71 vert sounds like someone jumping up and down on old bed springs when i push down on the front bumper or get in the trunk to do wiring work. there is also a rubbing noise in the strut. any help appreciated. thanks
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PostPosted: Thu Jul 21, 2011 6:49 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

There are a few things that can cause this. the first place I look is a frozen lower ball joint. Then look at the top strut bearing. If you have upgraded to urethane bushings, these too squeak. If it is more of a squeak with a metal grind, it is most likely a frozen ball joint Good Luck

Strut insert may need to be relaced if it makes a rubbing sound
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