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Hi, I have a 1991 chevy Lumina APV van. When turning right or left, the front end seems to make a creeking/groaning rubber type sound. We replaced the ball joints and tie rod ends. I have a couple of other GM vehicles that make the same sound when turning. Any idea what this could be? It isn't a metal clicking sound.
Thanks for your help!
Rick
Hi Rick... take a look at your upper strut mount bearings...if they are binding they can make that noise.... hope this helps
Hi Rick... you can replace just the upper mounts and bearings... you will require a strut pring compressor to do the job....hope this helps
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| Comment | Thank you, Robert! Are the strut mount bearings replaceable? Or do you need a whole strut assembly? Thanks! Rick | ||
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Robert Summers
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domestic auto/truck repair, auto body, painting. I currently own a large auto/truck/marine repair shop. 40 years certified 310S,310T,310B in ontario Canada
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40 years certified 310S,310T,310B ontario qualified, 7 years with GM have owned my own shop now for the past 27 years.was automotive marketing director for large auto parts supplier.
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CFIB (current) past member AARO and APAA.
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grade 12 plus 2 years college. many aftermarket training courses
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