[Shotimes] Re: Re: [v6sho] Rear suspension rattle

[james_ebersold@verizon.net]

I have only done the back so far.  I definitely used and torqued to spec the bolt in the bottom to attach the new strut.  I have ordered poly bushing for the rear to upgrade those components but they are not in yet.  My strut mounts are brand new.  I did install the rubber spring seat.

>From: "D. Mallinson" <dmall@mwonline.net>
>Date: 2006/10/17 Tue PM 03:41:40 CDT
>To: james_ebersold@verizon.net
>Cc: v6sho@yahoogroups.com, shotimes@autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: [v6sho] Rear suspension rattle

>did you do both front and back?  is the rattling from the back?  If so, 
>the strut mounts could be the problem if you didn't replace them.
>
>Did you use the bolt in the bottom of the struts all the way around?
>
>Don Mallinson
>
>james_ebersold@verizon.net wrote:
>
>>Greeting Fellow SHO Fans
>>
>>I recently did some suspension upgrades in my 1994 MTX SHO.  It was an interesting journey especially when I sheared the the head off the first pinch bolt.  If you ever do this I would strongly recommend heating the knuckle before attempting removal!   This will save you a lot of aggravation.
>>
>>I installed Eibach springs, new KYB boots, KYB strut mounts, and Koni inserts.  I have found this upgrade to dramatically improve the ride control of the car and except for the problem below am pleased.
>>
>>I found when I installed the Koni inserts into the old strut tower there was a surprising gap between the old and new part.   This was due to the diameter of the new koni being smaller then the diameter of the original strut.   I put it together with the rubber boot supplied over the old strut and around the koni.  This left the gap inside but sealed it from the elements.  
>>
>>I am commenting on this because I now hear a rattling sound from one side of the car in particular and am wondering it this is due to that gap.  It is hear especially while braking and on a bumpy surface.  Has anyone had this happen?  Everything appears to be tight top to bottom from my upgrade.   The only think I can think of is this gap and the old strut slapping against the outer portion of the koni.  I am wishing I had either filled the gap with silicone and let it cure or put in some kind of rubber material to fill it.
>>
>>Information would be appreciated if this a possibility or another possible cause.
>>
>>
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