front suspension noise--advice needed

[Phil Rose <pjrose@servtech.com>]

Lately, when I turn the steering wheel even slightly when the car is at
rest or just taking off ('91 200q), there is often a distinct pop or thunk
that seems to come from the right side strut. I hear this noise whether the
wheel is turned right or left (although it's not noticeable while the car
is at speed). When I listened for it today with the hood up while someone
turned the steering wheel, I could distinctly hear a ringing sound
(coil-spring vibrating?) along with the thunk.

Is this kind of noise typical of a bad strut bearing? The strut pieces are
probably original and at 110k miles.  When/if I replace the bearings (on
sale this week at TPC), should all the other bits between the bearing and
the spring be renewed as well?


Phil Rose				Rochester, NY
'91 200q				mailto:pjrose@servtech.com
'89 100