a_prince1

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I have brand new KYB GR2's all around with new KYB front strut mounts and rear strut mounts.
Now . . . . when i first move after parking the car it seems like the front end shifts alittle. Like ball joints popping into place but it isn't the ball joints i already checked.
From the back end when i drive there is some major cracking sound ( sounds like when you burn wood) and when i back-up it sounds like some metal rod snapping.
Anyone have any clue on this?
I have already done an allignment so that is not a problem.

96maxdaddy

since you have aftermarket strut mounts thats the first place I would look. Its simple just have a buddy jounce( bounce car up and down) while you have your hand right on the mount. If you feel any tiking or clunking its the mount.

maximus_pr

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read my thread

http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=310668

sagamax

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check your strut bearings

Terran

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This help? http://www.vqpower.com/v2/modules.ph...howpage&pid=11.

Gibby

Are the springs seated properly? If not, they may be moving slightly when you turn or hit a bump?

MaxWilk

Also check CV joints. If there is a rip in the boot, chances are you need new CV joints. I also have not heard good things about KYB strut mounts. I recently had the struts done, and the same problem happened to me. The mechanic that did it said he had the bearing plate mounted backwards.

Nismotic

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My springs was the culprit of MY clunks.

a_prince1

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thanks guys . . . .
i am going to visit the dealership first thing monday morning and find out how much the OEM strut mounts will run me.
i have stock SE coils so them rubbing i did not consider but i will check it out.
i checked the bearing plates at the back and they looked rusted out. I might buy new ones. they could be causing the snapping and cracking sound i hear.

BEJAY1

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I've got a spare set of new strut mounts and some slightly used strut bearings for sale if you need (cheaper than Fergus for sure). I'll be in Niles midday Wed too.