pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Hi guys. Really need help. I have 350z coupe model 2009. I replaced oem bushing on lower control arms and compression arms and put Energy suspension bushing kit. After that I experience a clunking sound when steering at low speed (parking etc.) and when I climb road bumps (again at low speed). More then that, the wheel became less firm whilst turning at low speed. After inspecting I saw that the bushes seem to be sitting not so tight as they should be in my mind. Is the problem in bushes? Should I try other brand or replace the parts? Thank you in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evest Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Dont have any info on the brand but we're they a tight fit going in? Re-check all nuts are done up to spec mate, they can loosen a little after load. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr v6 Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Has whoever pressed the new bushes in, pressed them in the correct position? I had the rear one replaced on the lower compression arm 3 weeks ago, apparently it goes in a certain way. The wandering feeling I was having went immediately after replacing that rear bush. Perhaps the new bush has highlighted another issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richf Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Energy suspension will likely be the issue, I had trouble with those on my Evo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 You Dont have any info on the brand but we're they a tight fit going in? Re-check all nuts are done up to spec mate, they can loosen a little after load. Where to find specs for these nuts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Energy suspension will likely be the issue, I had trouble with those on my Evo Maybe, they visually don't seem to be sitting well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Go back to the garage that fitted them. Did you get a full geometry done after bushing replacement ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Go back to the garage that fitted them. Did you get a full geometry done after bushing replacement ? In Dubai it's difficult to find a good garage with professionals. Still searching. What's a full geometry? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Go back to the garage that fitted them. Did you get a full geometry done after bushing replacement ? In Dubai it's difficult to find a good garage with professionals. Still searching. What's a full geometry? I did the alignment but still the wheel is not centered and is turned a little bit to right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 Go back to the garage that fitted them. Did you get a full geometry done after bushing replacement ? . What's a full geometry? A full geometry is checking and adjusting the front and rear toe, camber, and castor (castor front only) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Go back to the garage that fitted them. Did you get a full geometry done after bushing replacement ? . What's a full geometry? A full geometry is checking and adjusting the front and rear toe, camber, and castor (castor front only) Thanks, will definitely check it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evest Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 You Dont have any info on the brand but we're they a tight fit going in? Re-check all nuts are done up to spec mate, they can loosen a little after load. Where to find specs for these nuts? Factory service manual if you have one. PM me if not and i'll send you the file Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evest Posted October 23, 2016 Share Posted October 23, 2016 (edited) Note - this is for earlier 350Z models but I would expect torque settings to be similar. Edited October 23, 2016 by evest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauldancer Posted October 23, 2016 Author Share Posted October 23, 2016 Note - this is for earlier 350Z models but I would expect torque settings to be similar. Thanks mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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