Suspension questions

**supercrap** · January 18th, 2009 12:42 PM

how do you check for suspension issues? and how much would a suspension overhaul typically cost? mejo matagtag na kasi e, and there's a crinkling sound from the front left side kung dumadaan sa lubak...

thanks!!!

'02 GLS

**drey** · January 18th, 2009 02:10 PM

You might want to drop by at Cruven. They'll sort it out for you and explain what needs changing.

**niky** · January 18th, 2009 04:38 PM

Find a bumpy road and listen for clunks. Check how the car sounds when going straight and when turning, as this will give you an idea which side the problem is on, and which component is affected.

At least, that way you have a general idea what's wrong before you go to the mechanic. It also pays to stand under the car with the guy while he's checking so you can see for yourself what he's doing.

**v6dreamer** · January 19th, 2009 08:46 AM

The springs hold the body up to the correct height above the ground. So if the body is sagging closer to the ground at any one wheel or axle (on level ground), you have a sagging spring. The shock absorbers keep the wheels and body from oscillating up and down too rapidly when traveling down the road by dampening the spring movement. So if the body is bouncing up and down too much on an undulating road, you need new shocks. Don't forget to have the steering components checked too, especially if you notice any play in the steering or wandering or severe pulling. If your steering wheel and chassis vibrates more and more the faster you go, have your tires checked for being "out of round" and rebalanced.

**vito corleone** · January 19th, 2009 08:57 AM

yup, observe more for what you think are unusual sounds in different conditions, then go to a trusted shop. . .sabihin mo lahat ng observation mo. . .better, let the mechanic drive the car around with you on board so that he can hear them for himself. . .
i agree with drey, cruven can solve your problem without getting charged too much

good luck, bro