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New suspension installed, but....

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#1 ·
So I installed Koni Adj's and H&R Springs in my 02, 4 Motion, V6 Passat with 19" OZ's; it looks damned good:lol:
The issue is that the front end makes a knocking noise now. Should I have used the bump stops and the black plastic sleeves? I'm sure that one of those is the cause of the noise. I left the shocks at the box stock tension. The ride is great, but the noise is annoying.
 
#9 ·
You will need to remove the front shocks to check the nut. It does sound like that is the problem. An airgun will not tighten the nut if you don't hold the shaft.

You should also have the bumpstops in place. It can prevent damage to the shock if you bottom out the suspension. They can be cut, but should be used.