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Review on 🚗 KYB SM5661 - Strut Mount: Enhanced Performance and Durability for Your Vehicle by Nick Winnett

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fixed front end popping noise

Perfect fit for my 2003 Tiburon 2.8L V6. According to Hyundai, the same part for the driver and front passenger. Only one is included in this order which I used on the driver's side front. Initial problem: - After installing KYB strut and Eibach springs. - When turning, a clicking sound can be heard from the front through the steering wheel. - Most noticeable at low speeds (parking). - No broken anthers or leaking grease found at the front - I can't hear the car jacking up, it must be under load and rolling. bent - I saw that the top bracket of the luggage rack where the luggage rack is inserted was peeled off. This prevented the rack and spring from rotating smoothly. The hole in the bracket was supposed to be in the shape of a crescent, I didn't think it was due to metal wear. Correction: - Replace the upper strut mount with this KYB strut mount (SM5661). - Check that the strut threads are correctly inserted/installed through the KYB strut mounting hole (crescent shaped). - If necessary, count the threads on the opposite axis to determine the tightening depth. Tools required: - Spring compressor (obtain/rent from your local auto parts store) - Socket set, better use pneumatic tools. - Hammer head/hammer time = 1 hour

Pros
  • High quality replacement Strut Mount
Cons
  • Damaged