Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Suspension Suggestions on Replacing Struts and Springs

Ok... so I've lived in Toledo OH for the past 3 years, and the streets here are just wretched, it's almost like driving offroad. Granted my car does have 90K miles on it, but whenever I turn or drive down one of the bumpy streets the front of the car produces a grinding squeeking sound. It basically occurs whenever the front becomes displaced or bounces up and down.

So I've pretty much figured that the struts and springs are my problem here. If I'm gonna replace them I figure I might as well get something worth my money, and possibly lower it too. Just wondering what you guys/gals recommend and the other details... i.e. cost, brands, the setups/combinations you recommend. I'll take it to a shop to get it done b/c I can't do it on my own.

* I know about the "Search" feature, but I'm bored at work and waiting for someone to reply kinda gives me the feeling of Christmas!!!

If you want to be sure if your struts are bad, do the bounce test at each corner. That will tell you if they are good or not.

Sounds more like something is rubbing. Lube up the sway bar bushings and check your clearances. You might have a cheap fix there.

But of course, if ou still want to mod...

They seemed alright doing the corner test. Still considering doing the mod though since the ride has gotten noticably rougher on the awful streets.

As far as lubing up the sway bar and bushings what do you recommend using?