Has anyone experienced any noise after lowering? It seem if I turn the wheels slightly I get a creaking noise? Other than that I can not reproduce it.
Has anyone experienced any noise after lowering? It seem if I turn the wheels slightly I get a creaking noise? Other than that I can not reproduce it.
You need to neutralize the bushings after lowering. What that means is that you need to crack loose all the suspension bushings bolts to allow them to settle in their new position. Remember, they were in a different position when they were tightened at the factory. This should be done with the vehicle on the ground. Ignoring this part puts stress on the bushings and reduces their life.
Yes, then retighten them. I believe its only 2 or 3 per side. I asked the shop that did the alignment to do the deed. Was so sick of screwing around with these giant 200ft-lb bolts, I didnt want to touch any more of them then I had to, to swap the springs.How many are you anticipating? Are you referencing to just loosen and then re tighten in "new" position once settled on the ground?
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The orientation of the strut top hat only impacts camber. I believe it can only be installed with an arrow towards the engine or 180 degrees opposite. Either one of these is fine and would not cause any noise.
Welcome to the Forum.:wavey:Did you change the shocks? Is it recommended to change shocks when you lower a vehicle?
It is recomended to change to dampers with valving matching the springs. I am not aware of ANY performance dampers for the explorer.