oem shocks?
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Racer
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oem shocks?
before i first got my current 99 rx 300 second hand; the dealer we bought it from told me and my dad the shocks are not oem and that they tend to make some noise going over bumps etc. Apparently the previous owner(s) (dont know how many people owned it before me) one of them put in aftermarket shocks. Is there a way to remedy the noise that it makes when going over bumps etc cause its really starting to get annoying. I know this is crazy and i think so to; but the original selling dealer which is a lexus dealer quoted us like 1100 bucks to go back to oem shocks and we were obviously like heck no!. Is there any way to "adjust" these shocks to eliminate the noise or at least reduce the noise? I believe they are monroe shocks is what my service place told me the brand was. Thanks.
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before i first got my current 99 rx 300 second hand; the dealer we bought it from told me and my dad the shocks are not oem and that they tend to make some noise going over bumps etc. Apparently the previous owner(s) (dont know how many people owned it before me) one of them put in aftermarket shocks. Is there a way to remedy the noise that it makes when going over bumps etc cause its really starting to get annoying. I know this is crazy and i think so to; but the original selling dealer which is a lexus dealer quoted us like 1100 bucks to go back to oem shocks and we were obviously like heck no!. Is there any way to "adjust" these shocks to eliminate the noise or at least reduce the noise? I believe they are monroe shocks is what my service place told me the brand was. Thanks.
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More than likely the noise is what Art said, even though the shocks are Monroe and not really reccomended for the RX, they might just be OK for now.. I'd look at the bushings as the first item to replace. They're cheap and easy to replace on your own. If the mounts are bad, that means removing the strut assy. and replacing the mount, which, at that point seems futile to put the same shock back in the car. Tax season is almost here, so put that return to good use and install new struts/mounts and bushings!
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That's my current problem. The mounts (if cheap aftermarket were used) could be making the noise like Art said. I had my car in for an oil change and was told that the rear sway bar bushings are worn which is causing my noises
More than likely the noise is what Art said, even though the shocks are Monroe and not really reccomended for the RX, they might just be OK for now.. I'd look at the bushings as the first item to replace. They're cheap and easy to replace on your own. If the mounts are bad, that means removing the strut assy. and replacing the mount, which, at that point seems futile to put the same shock back in the car. Tax season is almost here, so put that return to good use and install new struts/mounts and bushings!
More than likely the noise is what Art said, even though the shocks are Monroe and not really reccomended for the RX, they might just be OK for now.. I'd look at the bushings as the first item to replace. They're cheap and easy to replace on your own. If the mounts are bad, that means removing the strut assy. and replacing the mount, which, at that point seems futile to put the same shock back in the car. Tax season is almost here, so put that return to good use and install new struts/mounts and bushings!
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Well i was told its most likely the shocks themselves(not the struts) because of the fact they are not oem for this vehicle. As for what you mentioned; not totally sure; all I know is whenever Im driving slowly over uneven pavement such as what is currently in our complex; the noise is very noticeable.
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That's my current problem. The mounts (if cheap aftermarket were used) could be making the noise like Art said. I had my car in for an oil change and was told that the rear sway bar bushings are worn which is causing my noises
More than likely the noise is what Art said, even though the shocks are Monroe and not really reccomended for the RX, they might just be OK for now.. I'd look at the bushings as the first item to replace. They're cheap and easy to replace on your own. If the mounts are bad, that means removing the strut assy. and replacing the mount, which, at that point seems futile to put the same shock back in the car. Tax season is almost here, so put that return to good use and install new struts/mounts and bushings!
More than likely the noise is what Art said, even though the shocks are Monroe and not really reccomended for the RX, they might just be OK for now.. I'd look at the bushings as the first item to replace. They're cheap and easy to replace on your own. If the mounts are bad, that means removing the strut assy. and replacing the mount, which, at that point seems futile to put the same shock back in the car. Tax season is almost here, so put that return to good use and install new struts/mounts and bushings!
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Well i was told its most likely the shocks themselves(not the struts) because of the fact they are not oem for this vehicle. As for what you mentioned; not totally sure; all I know is whenever Im driving slowly over uneven pavement such as what is currently in our complex; the noise is very noticeable.
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Matt:
When funds are low, it is very important to diagnose the problem correctly. Without this you will be spending money on hunches. Although OEM/OES shocks may be desirable, after market can work too. OEM seats/mounts are considered the only right choice.
Have the problem diagnosed and post here, only then members can give you best advice. Else you are getting best guess diagnosis over the net.
Salim
When funds are low, it is very important to diagnose the problem correctly. Without this you will be spending money on hunches. Although OEM/OES shocks may be desirable, after market can work too. OEM seats/mounts are considered the only right choice.
Have the problem diagnosed and post here, only then members can give you best advice. Else you are getting best guess diagnosis over the net.
Salim
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From: Scottsdale, AZ
Matt:
When funds are low, it is very important to diagnose the problem correctly. Without this you will be spending money on hunches. Although OEM/OES shocks may be desirable, after market can work too. OEM seats/mounts are considered the only right choice.
Have the problem diagnosed and post here, only then members can give you best advice. Else you are getting best guess diagnosis over the net.
Salim
When funds are low, it is very important to diagnose the problem correctly. Without this you will be spending money on hunches. Although OEM/OES shocks may be desirable, after market can work too. OEM seats/mounts are considered the only right choice.
Have the problem diagnosed and post here, only then members can give you best advice. Else you are getting best guess diagnosis over the net.
Salim
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