[babygirl_69]

i need to know if anyone knows what all parts i need to fix my rear suspension. everything back there is rattling around and sounds like it is getting ready to fall apart anytime now. so i need to get it fixed asap. thanks for the help.
babygirl

 

[anomaly]

That could be anything!!

I would have to start with the simple things first.
Check what is in your trunk. Is the spare tire secured? Jack? etc...
Try removing all the interior body panels (plastic) to see if it was just the panels rubbing together - they tend to do that after so many years!

Then get into the mechanical stuff.

Struts: Check to see if they are leaking. See if there is a lot of grease on them.
Springs: Check their rebound. Should only bounce once before settling.

 

[babygirl_69]

didi that. i know i need bushing but i dont know how many or what they are called. everything needs to be replaced. and i need to know the names of all of them.
babygirl

 

[STS2.2]

Read this thread:

http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=62085

You can probably still get them if you email Josh @ 185performance. Also read this:

http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=69381

And this about the bushings(its long):

http://www.mx6.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=52979

Then you will have plenty of info to ask very direct questions.

 

[johniebgoode]

everything back there is rattling around and sounds like it is getting ready to fall apart anytime.
babygirl

My 2 cents,
If you want to replace everything in the rear suspension, that is all well and fine. But, chances are that the root of the problem is with the rear strut's top mount. These are prone to wear and can make the car seem like it's falling apart in the rear end.

 

[babygirl_69]

if they are tight can they still be wore out. and if they are where do you get them?
babygirl

 

[Guest]

Babygirl: Take your car to a trustworthy mechanic, hand him the keys and when he's done pay the bill.

Thats the only advice I can give you.

 

[babygirl_69]

that s funny. no really the ones around here only work on american made cars everything else scares them. im just trying to get other peoples input on what they think i need or it might be.

 

[Sub0wins]

I would say when you change the rear struts that you should also change the rear strut mounts about $40-$50 ea.

 

[Dyoel182]

You're driving an American made car. It shouldnt scare them that much when you tell them its just a rebadged Ford Probe like I do.

 

[Sub0wins]

Just think for as long as these cars have been around, that some mechanics @- think its "rocket science" to get some basic $hit done.