Coilovers - Knocking sound

[mattupson]

Well fitted my coilovers last weekend, no problem there.

But have noticed when im turning there is quite a noticable kncking sound coming from the front. This sound doesn't happen when going over bumps, only when turning/steering.

Have double checked everything is tight but can't spot anything immediate.

Any ideas? Car is Polo Gti 6N2.

Cheers.

[alexperkins]

What height are you riding at?

[mattupson]

Prob down about 60mm over standard...

[alexperkins]

What make are they, and what condition were your old top mounts in?

The clicking is normally the spring rotating as the bearings at the top of the mount arent working properly.

[jason11]

how much wud the top mounts be do ya think alex?
ive heard a lil knock on mine but greased it n seems to be ok now but worth changing i suppose!

[alexperkins]

Top mounts are around 40 each genuine, but GSF sell for for £11.31 each. If you have a knocking, ull need a new axial grooved bearing too which is about 10 quid.

[jason11]

umh might treat myself lol !

cheers chap

[Bepe]

the knocking sound is normal, its just the helper spring relocating itself as its under load

[jason11]

is there anything that can be done then james or am i just gonna have to live with it lol

[Bepe]

try keeping them well greased up mate, it might quieten them down by causing less friction

[mattupson]

Cheers for help guys.

Turns out the top mount was done up too tight so bearing wasn't moving free. Just loosened it off a bit a re-tightened and now no noise!