TRD Springs popping and creeking - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

05_se_lunarmist · 04-12-2008, 12:40 AM

I put on some TRD springs a while back and they have been popping and creeking quite a bit lately and they started popping a while ago but now the rear ones started as well as the front. Going over speedbumps and coming out of parking spaces is the most noticeable. I had them installed by a professional at a racing parts shop that came highly recommended so I wouldn't assume it was the install. I heard of others having this issue but it seemd rather excessive for being only 6 months old.

Anyone know what the issue may be?

2005 Camry SE V6...

***Punks_Not_Dead5*** · 04-12-2008, 12:44 AM

sounds like the strut bolts have worked themselves loose...mine did that on my right rear..and it made a popping and creaking sound..just take it to the shop and get them to check it out, they shouldn't charge you if the bolts are loose and to tighten them.

EDIT: Could also be a blown strut, but if it's on all four corners, probably loose bolts...

TRD VVTi · 04-12-2008, 10:48 AM

I would guess that the strut mounts are loose, or worn.

geoff5093 · 04-12-2008, 11:44 AM

I have the same issue with my Gen 6, I believe it is a strut mount bearing issue.

05_se_lunarmist · 04-13-2008, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by TRD VVTi

I would guess that the strut mounts are loose, or worn.

Is this a quick easy fix (tighten) or does it require new parts and installation?

TRD VVTi · 04-13-2008, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05_se_lunarmist

Is this a quick easy fix (tighten) or does it require new parts and installation?

If the fasteners are just loose, you can easily tighten them.

If the strut mounts are faulty, replacement is the same as replacing springs or struts.