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Front strut goof
Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2012 10:06 pm
by bopguy
I was replacing my struts on my car, and after I was all done with the drivers side, I realized I forgot the thin rubber cushion between the bearing and spring. Although a good portion of it was worn thru. How critical is this component?
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2012 10:10 pm
by PLAGUE PHANTOM
Hold on tight...its going to be a bumpy ride...lol
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2012 10:30 pm
by 2002FO
Might get some road noise without that gasket in there....
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Sun Nov 11, 2012 10:36 pm
by bopguy
Hold on tight...its going to be a bumpy ride...lol
Haha....dammit, that was the point of new struts, a nicer ride!!!
Might get some road noise without that gasket in there....
That's what I was thinking......Anyone actually know the name of the gasket so can track down a new one?
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Mon Nov 12, 2012 12:02 am
by Archon
It also helps hold the spring in place. You may get some creaking over time. Those are often quite worn come time to replace the struts. Count on replacing them.
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Mon Nov 12, 2012 8:22 am
by bopguy
Thanks everyone. I'll just leave it be for the time being. There doesn't seem to be any odd noises thus far. (ABout 30 miles).
Hopefully I can track down some new ones!
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Mon Nov 12, 2012 12:37 pm
by Archon
Rock Auto sells them.
Re: Front strut goof
Posted: Mon Nov 12, 2012 3:14 pm
by bopguy
Archon wrote:Rock Auto sells them.
Thanks. I ordered one from advance auto parts. It will be in tomorrow. And I have an alignment appointment lined up at Firestone on Wednesday. I hope I will be smooth sailing after that. At least smoother.
