How can I make my struts quieter?
Take the wheel off, and spray WD-40, or silicone, or engine or transmission oil, lubricant generously at the top (and bottom) of the strut coils.
Should I replace sway bar links with struts?
The answer is no, however your mechanic may recommend replacing both sway bar links because both links usually wear at the same rate and if one is bad, the other may go soon too. Because of this, sway bar links are often replaced whenever a component (a strut or control arm) that the link is connected to is replaced.
When to replace sway bar links in a car?
No, but in many cars an old sway bar link could be extremely difficult to remove without damaging it, as the threads could be rusted. Because of this, sway bar links are often replaced whenever a component (a strut or control arm) that the link is connected to is replaced.
Why are my sway bar links making a creaking noise?
In rare cases, if the grease inside the sway bar link joints dries up, it may also make a creaking noise when the suspension is moving up and down. Your mechanic can check the sway bar links while performing a regular service with the car on the lift. A worn-out sway bar link will show a freeplay when pushed up…
What makes a noise when a strut is replaced?
The insulating material density changes over time and the mount pivot bearings wear. Other suspension and steering components often cause noises that the shocks/struts get blamed for: Ball joints, sway bar bushings & links are common causes.
How much does it cost to replace struts on a car?
The receipt doesn’t say what kind of struts, just front and rear strut assembly, about $250 per pair. Also replaced front and rear link pins and did a four-wheel alignment. I’m taking the car back this morning and will have them look at the sway bar parts. Thanks again for the wealth of info here.
The insulating material density changes over time and the mount pivot bearings wear. Other suspension and steering components often cause noises that the shocks/struts get blamed for: Ball joints, sway bar bushings & links are common causes.
Is there any way to replace a strut?
If the mechanic diagnosed and replaced the struts, the only way you would owe him labor the replace the strut would be if you supplied the parts. I think you need to go to a shop that specialises in front end work for a better diagnosis.
Are there any good struts for a car?
The first top photo is of the passenger left strut that is good (with the wheels straight). The second top photo is of the problematic driver front strut. You can see the top is slanted left with the wheels straight. The rest of the photos are from around the driver side wheel.
What kind of Strut is under the hood?
You will see two photos of the tops of the strut assemblies from under the hood. The first top photo is of the passenger left strut that is good (with the wheels straight). The second top photo is of the problematic driver front strut. You can see the top is slanted left with the wheels straight.