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03 Gt Front End Creaks And Squeaks

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fastford03

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My 03 is having a lot of front end issues lately. It was lowered 1.5" over a year ago and now it's just a mess to drive. So much play in the steering. A lot of squeaking when going over bumps and turning the wheel. What kinda fix am i looking at here. Ball joint/ tie rods or rack and pinion bushings?
 

98gt559

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It might just be the springs. I have a couple of friends that are into the import/stance scene and most of the time its their springs that makes noise. ESPECIALLY when going over bumps or up driveways.... or any road that isn't flat
 

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It could be anything. Did you just replace your springs, or did you replace other components?

I'm getting ready to lower my 01 GT. It squeaks now, and I suspect that it's being caused by a bad tie-rod end. Nevertheless, I ordered a complete suspension kit that includes springs, struts, caster-camber plates and sway bars. I also ordered control arm bushings for both front and rear, and I am also replacing all the spring isolators in addition to installing a bump steer kit.
 
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