Is this the reason why I'm knocking?

foeism · Apr 18th, 2016, 20:17

A few months ago I changed the front springs on my S40. I have now noticed a knocking/boining sound from the near side front wheel.

Here are the pics on the mounts, are they too close to the edge, and if so how do I remedy this?

Near side

Off side

Also when having a look under, it looks like the spring is too compressed at the top mount if that makes sense? These are T4 springs for a 2001 so not sure whats wrong, maybe I fitted them wrong?

As always your help is apprciated

kieran40 · Apr 18th, 2016, 20:24

They are worn you need top mounts mate

druid · Apr 18th, 2016, 20:27

Bad news is - top mounts are shot. The threaded bit should be centred.
Not very likely that you fitted the spring wrong, you would know if you had.

foeism · Apr 18th, 2016, 20:37

Ahhh boooo!!!, thanks for your help. I take it not a cheap fix?

foeism · Apr 18th, 2016, 20:55

My god its confusing. Do I need the whole kit? Or just the top mount bit and bearing's??? Who/where us the best place to get them from?? Thanks

happy diver · Apr 18th, 2016, 21:27

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...ons-30616824oe

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...0-v40-30616825

skyship007 · Apr 18th, 2016, 21:42

Happy Driver has the right idea, cos if a mount, spring or shock fails, it's normally best to change the lot in one go AND check the track rod ends etc.
The Lemforder parts in his link are real top quality and will last far longer than Fleabay specials, which can corrode very quickly.
Bad news is that the tracking will need doing again, which cost me 80 Euros for a real good job last time.

The pics from the OP remind me I must check to see if my nuts are centered this Sunday, after I do my weekly engine oil sniff and rub tests.

foeism · Apr 18th, 2016, 21:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by happy diver

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...ons-30616824oe

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...0-v40-30616825

Thank you!

Just the bearings and the top mount then. Will order some and fix next weekend.

skyship007 · Apr 18th, 2016, 22:04

For Gen Volvo parts (Top mounts only, as their shocks are expensive), try Rufe the FRF Swansea Volvo dealer, phone job with forum discount code (C3 I think).
For cheaper OK equivalent parts, try Skandix. Their web site is VIN specific and they will also quote for any manufacturer. They are not as cheap as FRF for gen Volvo.

foeism · Apr 18th, 2016, 22:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by skyship007

For Gen Volvo parts (Top mounts only, as their shocks are expensive), try Rufe the FRF Swansea Volvo dealer, phone job with forum discount code (C3 I think).
For cheaper OK equivalent parts, try Skandix. Their web site is VIN specific and they will also quote for any manufacturer. They are not as cheap as FRF for gen Volvo.

Brilliant will do thanks. Will get both sides done, might as well do the drop links as well.

Apr 18th, 2016, 20:17	#1
foeism Senior Member Last Online: May 2nd, 2024 19:03 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Caerphilly	Is this the reason why I'm knocking? A few months ago I changed the front springs on my S40. I have now noticed a knocking/boining sound from the near side front wheel. Here are the pics on the mounts, are they too close to the edge, and if so how do I remedy this? Near side Off side Also when having a look under, it looks like the spring is too compressed at the top mount if that makes sense? These are T4 springs for a 2001 so not sure whats wrong, maybe I fitted them wrong? As always your help is apprciated __________________ Mostly driving a Panama Yellow 2000 V40 2.0T Moved on - 2010 XC90 D5 se auto Vivian the 2001 Volvo s40 t4, engine B4204T5 -RIP

Apr 18th, 2016, 20:27	#3
druid V40 Owner Last Online: Dec 13th, 2020 01:28 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tonyrefail, Souh Wales. View Photos By: druid	Bad news is - top mounts are shot. The threaded bit should be centred. Not very likely that you fitted the spring wrong, you would know if you had. __________________ *An MS Warior living one day at a time* "Neville" 207,000 so far. Water use 0 - oil negligible....

Apr 18th, 2016, 20:37	#4
foeism Senior Member Last Online: May 2nd, 2024 19:03 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Caerphilly	Ahhh boooo!!!, thanks for your help. I take it not a cheap fix? __________________ Mostly driving a Panama Yellow 2000 V40 2.0T Moved on - 2010 XC90 D5 se auto Vivian the 2001 Volvo s40 t4, engine B4204T5 -RIP

Apr 18th, 2016, 20:55	#5
foeism Senior Member Last Online: May 2nd, 2024 19:03 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Caerphilly	My god its confusing. Do I need the whole kit? Or just the top mount bit and bearing's??? Who/where us the best place to get them from?? Thanks __________________ Mostly driving a Panama Yellow 2000 V40 2.0T Moved on - 2010 XC90 D5 se auto Vivian the 2001 Volvo s40 t4, engine B4204T5 -RIP

Apr 18th, 2016, 21:27	#6
happy diver Active Member Moment Last Online: Apr 29th, 2023 05:58 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Brisbane: perfect for one day, asleep the rest	https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...ons-30616824oe https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vol...0-v40-30616825 __________________ 20,000 leagues under the sea diving to adventure in a silent world with my ceiling the waves...Emile

Apr 18th, 2016, 20:24	#2
kieran40 I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 4th, 2023 12:36 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: paignton	They are worn you need top mounts mate

Apr 18th, 2016, 21:42	#7
skyship007 Premier Member Last Online: May 2nd, 2018 08:14 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: DownSouth	Happy Driver has the right idea, cos if a mount, spring or shock fails, it's normally best to change the lot in one go AND check the track rod ends etc. The Lemforder parts in his link are real top quality and will last far longer than Fleabay specials, which can corrode very quickly. Bad news is that the tracking will need doing again, which cost me 80 Euros for a real good job last time. The pics from the OP remind me I must check to see if my nuts are centered this Sunday, after I do my weekly engine oil sniff and rub tests. __________________ 2003 V40 1.9TD Mods: Scratches, bent bumpers, raised REAR mats & internal mud guards. SHELL ULTRA 5/40 & LIQUI MOLY CERATEC. Everyone should DYOR (Do Your Own Research)

Apr 18th, 2016, 22:04	#9
skyship007 Premier Member Last Online: May 2nd, 2018 08:14 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: DownSouth	For Gen Volvo parts (Top mounts only, as their shocks are expensive), try Rufe the FRF Swansea Volvo dealer, phone job with forum discount code (C3 I think). For cheaper OK equivalent parts, try Skandix. Their web site is VIN specific and they will also quote for any manufacturer. They are not as cheap as FRF for gen Volvo. __________________ 2003 V40 1.9TD Mods: Scratches, bent bumpers, raised REAR mats & internal mud guards. SHELL ULTRA 5/40 & LIQUI MOLY CERATEC. Everyone should DYOR (Do Your Own Research)

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