Spring like noise on full lock.

[Ex-User (19928)]

I've noticed a new noise from my passenger side strut. On full lock, moving forward or in reverse if the suspension is compressed (so pulling up a steep drive etc) it makes a creaking noise as if the spring is moving in it's seat. Then again when you straight out the steering.

I can't see how the springs could have moved as I used compressors to put them back on and I've had them on the car for about a month now.

That said I'm wondering whether it could be something else..? Any ideas?

 

[edde]

worn top mount or bearing

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

They're brand new top mounts pal.

 

[PinkoCommie]

I get this occasionally on my 182. I'm convinced its due to suspension geometry and tyre tread depth. It only occurs when my front tyres are near to needing replacing when the tread is low.

 

[aldo_87]

mine makes this noise now and again, only on full lock. If it starts to make it when im driving, I'll start to worry about it.

 

[Dan519]

is this with eibach springs? I've seen this a couple of times recently where they move just a little in their seats

 

[tom_allen]

I had a similar problem to this and I changed the steering rack bushes, the rack was moving just enough to catch on the exhaust manifold heat shield. It was this that caused the clicking. If you can get someone to sit in the car and waggle the steering wheel while you look down the back of the engine at the rack.

 

[Cush]

What size are your wheels? If you have 17's these are more than likely rubbing inside your arch on full lock

 

[Dan519]

bit of grease on the point where the spring touches the shock/spring cup and the noise will be gone.....until the grease washes/rubs away

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

It's definitely suspension related, yes they're Eibach Pro's. Took the top bit of the top mount off and...




I'm no expert but I don't think they should look like that after 1000 miles. After refitting them I haven't been able to repeat the noise, however I haven't replaced anything so we shall see...

 

[Fred@BTM]

easy peasy

you have the new model top mounts, and you haven't bought the moddified spacer (it doesn't come with the new moddified top mounts - stupid renault)

those top caps are too tight against the body as a result

bingo bango

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

I do have the additional washer/nut type thing though mate (if you mean the one you buy from Renault). The driver's side is fine also.

 

[Fred@BTM]

something up there then!! you sure you got the right part? those top caps shouldn't touch the body!

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

Correct as far as I know... They definitely touch the body though.

 

[Ralphizzle]

What 519 automotive said...

Moving in their seats/cup, on full lock.

 

[davo172]

Correct as far as I know... They definitely touch the body though.

Did you sort this mate ?

 

[Ex-User (19928)]

Did you sort this mate ?

They seamed to have sorted themselves out, even the top mounts have stopped loosening themselves (f**king Renault!).

 

[Danith]

Mine did exactly the same and it was top mounts. The bearing had completely collapsed! Noticed a screeching noise when driving and turning at the same time too.