Front Shock Mount Problem
#21
01-16-2021 | 01:51 PM
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From: Vancouver
I ended up replacing the front struts with KYB struts, and all genuine Honda upper parts, mount, bearing, etc. I told the loser Honda dealership I bought it from over and over something was wrong, they argued it was fine, and “normal”. After I replaced everything it was as quiet as a new car. I put negative reviews all over the internet for them as to the TWO dealerships they own, and how all of their “master technicians”, at both places made it look like I was hearing things.
Anyway...I guarantee if you replace everything you will stop all of the clunking. It’s a pretty easy job and my alignment was still perfect afterwards.
Anyway...I guarantee if you replace everything you will stop all of the clunking. It’s a pretty easy job and my alignment was still perfect afterwards.
Hmm, I've purchased a set of RSR down springs that I've been considering selling (despite never installing them).
I suppose this would be a great excuse to replace the shocks, mounts etc. at the same time.
#22
02-18-2021 | 11:19 AM
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Joined: Apr 2018
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From: Houston
Check your front sway bar end links. If they loosen up a bit over time like mine did then you will get the horrible front end clunking. Just need to tighten them. Removing the front wheel helps a bunch for better access. Do not try to overtighten the upper strut mount since it rounds out easily. I learned the hard way.
#23
03-18-2021 | 03:19 PM
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From: Philippines
Same as mine
mine is also like that after replacing the front shock absorbers
#24
03-18-2021 | 03:23 PM
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From: Philippines
Can you post the video or send at FB Messenger?
This is done by design and is normal. This gap allows for slight movement sideways when steering wheel rotates to the left or right. If you've noticed the shape of the rubber strut moount, it is round that acts as a pivot point when you steer left or right. When your steer left, you would notice that stud(piston rod) at the top tends to lean to the right from the drives position perspective. And leans to the left when you steer to the right. If there is no gap, the top mount metal as in the picture in the original post would have no space to lean side ways. I believe this is the purpose of that gap. I have a video that shows that movement if you're interested. I just couldn't post it here probably due to format.
#26
03-18-2021 | 03:37 PM
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This is done by design and is normal. This gap allows for slight movement sideways when steering wheel rotates to the left or right. If you've noticed the shape of the rubber strut moount, it is round that acts as a pivot point when you steer left or right. When your steer left, you would notice that stud(piston rod) at the top tends to lean to the right from the drives position perspective. And leans to the left when you steer to the right. If there is no gap, the top mount metal as in the picture in the original post would have no space to lean side ways. I believe this is the purpose of that gap. I have a video that shows that movement if you're interested. I just couldn't post it here probably due to format.
#27
12-26-2022 | 07:05 PM
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From: Honolulu
From what I heard and researched, that gap is not normal, especially if your car makes clunky noises from the front.
In Japan, they check for play in that area during inspection, and if the strut moves when the car is lifted, they require that the upper mounts be replaced.
It is considered a normal consumable part.
If you noticed that your front end looks dropped compared to your rear, you might want to inspect this area.
This issue affects quite a bit of Honda cars that have the same top hat design.
Here is a vid I saw on inspection, replacement, and comparison of the top mounts.
Japanese, but the visuals speak for themselves.
In Japan, they check for play in that area during inspection, and if the strut moves when the car is lifted, they require that the upper mounts be replaced.
It is considered a normal consumable part.
If you noticed that your front end looks dropped compared to your rear, you might want to inspect this area.
This issue affects quite a bit of Honda cars that have the same top hat design.
Here is a vid I saw on inspection, replacement, and comparison of the top mounts.
Japanese, but the visuals speak for themselves.
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