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Old Oct 22, 2021 | 01:32 PM
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Bilstein 5100 front struts

I had these struts installed about a year ago to the 1.75 setting. Body roll problem is gone and the overall ride, and stance, is improved.
Recently I’ve been hearing a rattling from the front end when going over washboard type roads. Today I took it to the dealer and they didn’t find anything wrong with the front end but did suggest that something was wrong with my ‘aftermarket lift kit’. Has anyone had an issue with these struts? It could still be something else because the dealer didn't look too hard. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks
 
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Old Oct 22, 2021 | 06:24 PM
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Check the 3 nuts on the top of each front shock, some of them may be loose
 
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Old Oct 26, 2021 | 12:39 PM
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I'll take a look, thanks!
 
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Old Oct 26, 2021 | 12:57 PM
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I'd also check the large center nut as well as the sway bar links.
 
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