Clunking noisy drop links
24 April 2008, 04:11 PM
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Clunking noisy drop links
Hi,
I've got a MY02 STi Type UK, with the full AST/Whiteline suspension setup.
My front drop links are now clunking and they are doing my head in.
I'm not sure of the exact model number that I have, but on looking at the whiteline site and seeing the drop links, they don't look like the ones I have.
here are mine
Can anyone recommend an alternative part that will perform and remain quiet
Thanks.
I've got a MY02 STi Type UK, with the full AST/Whiteline suspension setup.
My front drop links are now clunking and they are doing my head in.
I'm not sure of the exact model number that I have, but on looking at the whiteline site and seeing the drop links, they don't look like the ones I have.
here are mine
Can anyone recommend an alternative part that will perform and remain quiet
Thanks.
24 April 2008, 05:43 PM
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The stock links will do you just fine.
I have the ball links on my Sti V3 road/hillclimb car and they are silent.
I do however not use the car as a daily driver, weekends only and I lubricate them every month with silicon spray.
IMHO these parts are not 'fit n forget'.
After a year of use ,3K miles, mine look like this:
I have the ball links on my Sti V3 road/hillclimb car and they are silent.
I do however not use the car as a daily driver, weekends only and I lubricate them every month with silicon spray.
IMHO these parts are not 'fit n forget'.
After a year of use ,3K miles, mine look like this:
24 April 2008, 06:03 PM
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911,
Mine is a daily driver. It's an 02 plate and I've done 113,000 miles
I just spoke to Curtis and he said either put the standard parts back on, or get the Perrin solid links.
Mine is a daily driver. It's an 02 plate and I've done 113,000 miles
I just spoke to Curtis and he said either put the standard parts back on, or get the Perrin solid links.
911.
13 May 2008, 10:31 AM
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Quick update.
Perrin solid drop links were fitted last week.
The car is now super quiet
The Whiteline drop links were completely shot. They were looser than a ****** drawers
Perrin solid drop links were fitted last week.
The car is now super quiet
The Whiteline drop links were completely shot. They were looser than a ****** drawers
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10 June 2008, 08:14 AM
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G'day everyone,
Apologies for the delayed response but I thought I'd pipe up and try to help out here if I can.
These style of links are a specialised solution but we are trying our best to make them as good as we can for road use with NVH etc a big challenge. We specifically added the boots to try to keep contaminants out but as 172sport implied, its a tough job.
For anyone that's having difficulties with this product, please contact us directly at support@whiteline.com.au and we'll try to work out a solution.
Best
Whiteline Jim
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Apologies for the delayed response but I thought I'd pipe up and try to help out here if I can.
These style of links are a specialised solution but we are trying our best to make them as good as we can for road use with NVH etc a big challenge. We specifically added the boots to try to keep contaminants out but as 172sport implied, its a tough job.
For anyone that's having difficulties with this product, please contact us directly at support@whiteline.com.au and we'll try to work out a solution.
Best
Whiteline Jim
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14 June 2008, 05:51 PM
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mine start knocking ervery 2/3months what i do is just take off ,clean up and regrease job done no knocking for another couple of months bit of a pain but
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Hi,
I've got a MY02 STi Type UK, with the full AST/Whiteline suspension setup.
My front drop links are now clunking and they are doing my head in.
I'm not sure of the exact model number that I have, but on looking at the whiteline site and seeing the drop links, they don't look like the ones I have.
here are mine
Can anyone recommend an alternative part that will perform and remain quiet
Thanks.
I've got a MY02 STi Type UK, with the full AST/Whiteline suspension setup.
My front drop links are now clunking and they are doing my head in.
I'm not sure of the exact model number that I have, but on looking at the whiteline site and seeing the drop links, they don't look like the ones I have.
here are mine
Can anyone recommend an alternative part that will perform and remain quiet
Thanks.
Like you I don't have the standard ones anymore and everywhere has sold out of the alloy ones!
Is my scoob safe to drive at the mo? SHE DOESN'T FEEL SAFE!
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21 June 2008, 10:47 PM
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Just bought the perrin droplinks as I still haven't heard anything from whiteline!
There maintence free!
Will be getting them fitted on Mon
There maintence free!
Will be getting them fitted on Mon
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Just bought the perrin droplinks as I still haven't heard anything from whiteline!
They look much better quality than the whiteline KLC39's and there maintence free!
I'm sure these won't start creaking after 1 month!
Will be getting them fitted on Mon
Won't be buying WHITELINE products anymore!
They look much better quality than the whiteline KLC39's and there maintence free!
I'm sure these won't start creaking after 1 month!
Will be getting them fitted on Mon
Won't be buying WHITELINE products anymore!
22 June 2008, 08:21 PM
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TSL sell them. I even got a discount.
They are WAY better than the whiteline.
They are WAY better than the whiteline.
22 June 2008, 08:44 PM
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I tried the Perrin drop links a few years ago and had nothing but trouble with noise (well documented on Nasioc at the time). Anything droplinks with spherical joints will be noisy after a while. I now use Whiteline KLC32 without any problems and no noise at all.
Mind you, I wish I had the adjustability of the Whiteline KLC39 to take out any pre-tension of the ARB........
Mind you, I wish I had the adjustability of the Whiteline KLC39 to take out any pre-tension of the ARB........
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Whiteline have been in touch with me about a field test of an improved item...
Looking forward to a package in the post soon !
DunxC
Looking forward to a package in the post soon !
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26 June 2008, 02:01 PM
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No mention of replacing my faulty drop links!
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26 June 2008, 03:17 PM
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Hi, not sure if I have the same problem (or indeed whether I have one at all) my car feels perfectly fine to drive, when ever I drive over manhole covers/pot holes etc I get a clunking noise from the suspension. I dont know what it is - I always thought it might have been a loose bumper (yes I'm new to scooby ownership!) but reading this thread has made me think other wise
26 June 2008, 03:28 PM
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Considering I started this thread, I've not heard from Whiteline either.....
26 June 2008, 06:36 PM
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Probably best to email sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk
They should send out replacement sphercal joints straight away.
They should send out replacement sphercal joints straight away.
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Hi, not sure if I have the same problem (or indeed whether I have one at all) my car feels perfectly fine to drive, when ever I drive over manhole covers/pot holes etc I get a clunking noise from the suspension. I dont know what it is - I always thought it might have been a loose bumper (yes I'm new to scooby ownership!) but reading this thread has made me think other wise
If I were you I'd check your droplinks, if you have the KLC39's they might be knackered.
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Probably best to email sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk
They should send out replacement sphercal joints straight away.
They should send out replacement sphercal joints straight away.
cheers
27 June 2008, 05:38 AM
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Hey guys,
Anyone who feels they have an issue please contact sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk or if you would prefer to deal directly with us forward your details to support@whiteline.com.au
I never like seeing unhappy customers, but I will maintian that any spherical bearing style suspension component is performance/ motorsport focused. And like most motorsport products requires upkeep and does present a compromise with ride quality.
But please do not hesitate to contact us
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Whiteline Jim
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Anyone who feels they have an issue please contact sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk or if you would prefer to deal directly with us forward your details to support@whiteline.com.au
I never like seeing unhappy customers, but I will maintian that any spherical bearing style suspension component is performance/ motorsport focused. And like most motorsport products requires upkeep and does present a compromise with ride quality.
But please do not hesitate to contact us
Regards,
Whiteline Jim
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27 June 2008, 04:39 PM
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Hey guys,
Anyone who feels they have an issue please contact sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk or if you would prefer to deal directly with us forward your details to support@whiteline.com.au
I never like seeing unhappy customers, but I will maintian that any spherical bearing style suspension component is performance/ motorsport focused. And like most motorsport products requires upkeep and does present a compromise with ride quality.
But please do not hesitate to contact us
Regards,
Whiteline Jim
Whiteline Flat Out
Anyone who feels they have an issue please contact sales@whitelineautomotive.co.uk or if you would prefer to deal directly with us forward your details to support@whiteline.com.au
I never like seeing unhappy customers, but I will maintian that any spherical bearing style suspension component is performance/ motorsport focused. And like most motorsport products requires upkeep and does present a compromise with ride quality.
But please do not hesitate to contact us
Regards,
Whiteline Jim
Whiteline Flat Out
As i've said before this type (rose joint) was fitted OE on Integrales and they never lasted either 6 months and they rattle.
The std Subaru part just doesnt need changing IMHO.