first, had an awful creaking noises (like squeaky bed springs)
from the passenger side. replaced the struts only to
find that the noise was dampened about 95-90%. i still
hear that creaking sound at low speeds and slight bumps.
any suggestions? strut mount? control arm? anyone have this occurence?
i would greatly appreciate any info. i hate the dealerships and don't
trust some things they tell me.

did you replace the front upper spring seat(s) too, when you replaced the struts? i think there's a part called a "spring seat" for the front struts that should be replaced too.

i had the same noise 2 years ago, it turned out to be the spring seat (~$30) on my driver side. my passenger side went out again this year.

sounds like a croaking noise when going over speed bumps at slow speeds.

unfortunately, i didn't replace the upper spring seats.
figured the struts were the problem.
great suggestion.

guess i should replace both.
appears that they both seem to go out, one
after the other.

thanks again.

Same problem with me! The links were replaced and all is well now.. go figure!