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Old Apr 20, 2010 | 06:00 PM
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Strut problem

I just installed all 4 struts(oem) and springs(progress) that i got from an org member, but after the install i feel a clicking through the brake and gas pedal. I can also hear a very faint noise but cant make out where its coming from. I got out the car and did the bounce test on all 4 and could hear a little something from drivers side front. so i opened the hood and put my ear to the tophat and bounced it and i can hear almost like water swishing around. Do you guys think this strut is blown or something? or any ideas what to try? After this 4 hour install, i am just cant think.
Old Apr 20, 2010 | 08:13 PM
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Check the upper strut mount nut torque it may be loose! Check all your fasteners for proper torque...
Old Apr 21, 2010 | 12:16 PM
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Someone else here was having a clicking noise too but now I cant find the thread. Check to make sure the top hat is facing the right direction, the side that says OUT should be facing towards the wheel.
Old Apr 21, 2010 | 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 01-maxima-24
Someone else here was having a clicking noise too but now I cant find the thread. Check to make sure the top hat is facing the right direction, the side that says OUT should be facing towards the wheel.
+1

And like the CMax said. Check torque.
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