Front Suspension Question/Problem...

[Blue911]

Front Suspension Question/Problem...

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99, C2, Stock Suspension, 44k miles:

I have a strange problem with the front passenger side suspension. When going over a speed bump and or a pot hole it feels like the suspension is loose. This only happens in these two situations, when driving on a smooth road there is not a problem. There is zero vibration and the alignment is dead on. I had an indy shop (only services Porsche) take look at this. Everything checks out, bushings, sway bar, control arms, nothing loose or worn out. The shops conclusion is either the shock mount and or the shock it's self. Any one have any suggestion as to what else I can look for, and what the symptoms of a bad shock mount would be? And what to look for in a worn out shock mount. Thanks in advanced.

[bmohr]

I have various noises coming from my suspension. And with 120k miles i'm sure things are wearing or are worn out. A good way to isolate the culprits if you have no experience and are kinda looking blind like me is to spray some lubricant at a particular source in your case the shock mount and then drive and listen for the noises. IF they go away you can start by looking to replace that part. IF not, go down the line to another possible source and repeat if needed tc.

[perryinva]

These suspension parts don't have to be excessively worn to sound/feel loose. This front suspension is notorious for being noisy, rattley, and creaky. Any suspension sounds great on smooth roads. There is nothing dangerous or broken per se, but it is sure annoying. Highly unlikely its the shock mounts, if you have OE shocks and don't track then they last forever. Haven't read about any shocks failing at 44k miles either. Do a search on creaking suspension..tie rod ends, drop links, control arm bushings. They dry out and just start to make noise. Replacements are your only option. I bought all new strut parts when I installed my Pss9s, and nothing was worn, its the parts listed above.

Edited September 5, 2009 by perryinva