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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: general_piffle on 05 August 2012, 18:27

Title: Top mounts probably need doing - how long can I leave them for?
Post by: general_piffle on 05 August 2012, 18:27
I think my top mounts need doing as I'm on coil-overs and am getting a bit of a creaking noise through the steering (mounts are also sitting 'high' and have been told this is a sign).

However, as I'm a bit short of funds right now how long can I leave it until I get them done? Am I running any risk of damaging the car or is it unsafe like this? Thanks.

It's not a job I'd be able to do myself, no tools, no time, no garage, no experience with this job, hence having /preferring to pay a mechanic.
Title: Re: Top mounts probably need doing - how long can I leave them for?
Post by: Deano2711 on 05 August 2012, 19:03
Best to get them done ASAP as they will only get worse and fail. Anyway instead of paying a garage buy a set of spring compressors and do them yourself as it really is an easy job and put aside half a day next weekend to do the job. You wont need half a day but leave yourself plenty of time so you dont have to rush.
Title: Re: Top mounts probably need doing - how long can I leave them for?
Post by: Gavv8 on 05 August 2012, 20:05
Mine 'sit high' and creak and they are brand new.. :grin:
Title: Re: Top mounts probably need doing - how long can I leave them for?
Post by: Wayne on 05 August 2012, 20:21
Better to replace them asap.