Originally posted by RogerB:
So I guess I have the same problem, but I'm curious as to what, exactly, about preloaded bushings causes the clunking?
I lowered the rear about an inch. I did not r&r the whole subframe, so the bushings should be at their stock deflection angle, so now under slight strain.
Well I can't say for sure not doing the preload would cause that noise, but you will have premature bushing failure.
I found my CD changer was hitting the rear deck and the speaker boxes where banging around after going with stiffer setup. Roads suck around here. Also I found the jack loose and a air ratchet in the trunk... Not saying this is the case but other things to check around for. Unless you know for sure it's outside and under the car.
Car is in the alignment shop right now. 
JD a.k.a Fingers
"Don't Panic"
'98 Contour GL 2.0L VCT ATX 88k
'98 Contour LX 2.5L MTX 120k
Street racing can kill
just less of a chance with a 2.0
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