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R50/53 Squeaky front end

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Old Jun 1, 2019 | 06:50 AM
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Squeaky front end

I just replaced my front struts with OE replacements and now when I turn the wheel all the way to the right I get a squeaky noise. The sound is a rubbery squeaking sound. When I turn back left the squeak stops before the wheels are straight. How do I stop the swueak
 
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Old Jun 1, 2019 | 07:15 AM
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From: soggy pnw
Why would you change with OE struts? They are carp, but I digressed.

I suggest checking the strut top mount if they are never been replaced. If the bearing seized or for some reason the new struts were improperly installed and defeated the function of the bearing you will have the squeak. Also if the springs are not properly seated onto the rubber pads funny things can happen too.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2019 | 10:45 AM
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I am a poor boy. Could not afford the nice could overs
 
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Old Jun 1, 2019 | 11:02 AM
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For what you paid the OE struts you could have bought something much better for no more costly.
 
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Old Jun 1, 2019 | 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by pnwR53S
For what you paid the OE struts you could have bought something much better for no more costly.
Yup. I think my Bilsteins were only $60 each at Rock Auto. I can't imagine ANYTHING from a BMW/MINI dealer being that affordable.
 
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