Strut top mount bearing replaced now creaking??

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darkmast3r
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Strut top mount bearing replaced now creaking??

Postby darkmast3r » Tue Apr 03, 2012 3:11 pm

I replaced my drivers side top strut mount bearing a few days ago cause it was clicking. Now I've noticed the spring is creaking when I turn during parking or at very low speeds.
I got the bearing off ebay (£28.99 for the kit). Is it creaking because it is a non renault genuine part also will it cause me any problems?

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Re: Strut top mount bearing replaced now creaking??

Postby davelowe » Tue Apr 03, 2012 9:48 pm

Ensure the spring is correctly located and apply silicone grease to the rubber bushes. Most will creak or make snapping noises if not lubricated. Typically this will manifest itself as a pinging action as the wheel is slowly turned. If the spring moves evenly when on the ground, suspect the mount again. Or, as since this didn't solve your original problem, something else.
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Re: Strut top mount bearing replaced now creaking??

Postby darkmast3r » Tue Apr 03, 2012 9:57 pm

A quick update.... I replaced the bearing today with a genuine renault one and now all is perfect. The one I removed it has been greased but has no smooth movement like with the genuine bearing.
Maybe it needs a little more grease but all is well with my meggy again!


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