Thumping and rumbling and rattling suspension

by **djandrey_M** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 11:24 am

My suspension is making noises. Car has 76k on it (supposedly). Its got these rattles that are coming out of front right (i think). And also it thumps and rumbles loudly over certain bumps. I am thinking of replacing springs and struts with like Tein springs and Tokico struts. So should I consider replacing strut mounts too?

by **unbalancedwood** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 11:47 am

Try tightening up your strut mounting bolts (tops of the shocks), i believe 17mm, at the ends of the strut bar

by **trd4life** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 11:48 am

the noise is most likely the strut mounts

by **Pogs** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 12:18 pm

unbalancedwood wrote:Try tightening up your strut mounting bolts (tops of the shocks), i believe 17mm, at the ends of the strut bar

I second this... Try tightening the bolts to see if it stops it. For whatever reason mine were making a horrible noise, i wrenched down on them and it fixed the noise. But i still would get new mounts, it might save you trouble down the road.

by **GreenSolara01** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 8:56 pm

If you are going to put on new springs and shocks, don't skimp on the mounts. You might want to get new spring insulators as well. (the thin rubber part between the spring and strut) It is alot of work to get them out so it will save you time in the future.

also I would recomend Eibach springs.

by **Toy1mzfe** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:49 pm

Anyone know whats some koo strut mounts?

by **djandrey_M** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:52 pm

Cool guys, it worked. I tightened those two big bolts on top of each one in the front, I think its better now. Tomorrow I will try to do the same to the rear.

I found some Teins on here, now I'm looking for some Tokicos and strut mounts for the entire car...cant wait to lower my ride.

Edit: lol I see Toy1mzfe is also looking for strut mounts ha ha.

by **indiglosolara** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 10:16 pm

I think JIC sells adjustable strut mounts that can be used with other struts...

Plus they have chmaber adjustments.

by **Toy1mzfe** » Thu Sep 03, 2009 10:24 pm

Yea, I just bought KYB GR2's and B+G Springs so im kinda thinking of strut mounts too.. maybe fronts more than the backs.

Indiglo- i bet they cost bank..

by **djandrey_M** » Fri Sep 04, 2009 10:57 pm

Toy1mzfe wrote:Yea, I just bought KYB GR2's...

Oh nice, where did you get them? I was thinking of Tokico, but KYB's are supposedly softer, so I think I should get those instead.

HERE'S A QUESTION TO ANYBODY WHO MAY KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS:
Please help me out here. I purchased a Haynes repair manual for my Solara. It says "Toyota Camry 1997 thru 2001 All models includes Avalon, Solara & Lexus ES 300". So now I'm wondering: since they are all so compatible, could for example shocks for a '97 Camry be identical to those on my '99 Solara?

The reason I'm asking is I see plenty of like Tokicos and stuff for other cars like Camrys, so I was thinking what if those work on my car?

by **Toy1mzfe** » Sat Sep 05, 2009 8:44 am

i got them off ebay. 260 shipped to my door no tax.

I read up alot on it and people like the reliability on the kybs. YEah, they are softer but then i heard the KYB last longer. Alot of people say that their tokico blows quickly. Not sure about the Solara guys but all other forums people suggest to stick with kyb's. So with all the comments and stuff i decides go with the kyb.

by **jetbtkng** » Sat Sep 05, 2009 12:17 pm

i have kyb struts on my 02 lara, on the stock springs, and there great, good ride, handles better, i like them................... :drinking:

by **djandrey_M** » Sat Sep 05, 2009 3:58 pm

Ok, I found these KYB struts, it says Camry but doesn't mention Solara on them, so will they work on my Gen 1 Solara? Anybody know? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/KYB-Gas- ... 619wt_1164

by **jetbtkng** » Sat Sep 05, 2009 4:14 pm

ya they should fit, is the price for all or is it for one,

zoom 1999-2003 Toyota Solara - KYB Rear, Passenger Side Shock Absorber and Strut Assembly - GR-2 - Strut assembly

List Price: $117.89
Our Price: $65.84
You Save: $52.05 Quantity: Part Number: KY334133MFR#: 334133KYB GR-2 STRUT ASSEMBLY, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY -- Built with quality that matches or exceeds OE design and calibrated to compensate for worn suspensions, this gas-charged twin-tube standard replacement strut assembly restores handling and control while greatly improving ride comfort; KYB strut boot sold separately; With KYB's limited lifetime warranty. auto parts warehouse................... :drinking:

by **djandrey_M** » Sat Sep 05, 2009 4:37 pm

This is the price for all. I hope. Down there in the description it mentions front right/left and rear right/left. Alright, nice, I guess I'll be ordering those.

By the way, I already ordered a TRD RSB for a dealer in Cali, and got springs from toy1mzfe here, so yeah cant wait to get all those goodies and put them on. Wish me luck on installing all that crap, Imma try doing this myself.

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