[redhotholdenss]

Well, I watched alot of videos, but apparently not enough. I pulled apart my driver side strut today to replace with Pedders but kept seeing weird alignment issue with strut bearing. The top mount always seemed to be skewed and not wanting to lineup parallel to the bearing/bushing.

I thought I had it pretty good but when I rotated the bushing/bearing, I saw the bearing slide out of the pocket and then bearings came out. I searched for an article but was not able to find one, so if I can get some advice I will sure take it.

FYI, this is 2009 G8 GT with Eibach lowering springs and new Pedders Struts.

Thanks,
John

 

[redhotholdenss]

Thanks guys....I'm pretty mad at myself but should have her back on the ground by end of next week. Could not locate a strut bearing locally so have to wait for Pedders to ship another. (well 2 because I want a backup)

 

[redhotholdenss]

So today I confirmed that I had the "w" notch 180deg out of place, so this is probably my issue. Tomorrow I am going to reinstall everything with my last good bearing and try to at least get the driver side back together.

 

[redhotholdenss]

Update: I am pretty sure I Have now watched every video on the internet about G8 struts. When I saw bearing separate, I thought I cracked it, but it seems just the yellow "dust shield" opened, so today I reseated the yellow dust cap and reinstalled top mount (correctly oriented) and everything looks like it is good. I wanted to ask the group if anyone sees an issue with reseating the bearing dust cap or when this opens, should you trash the bearing?

 

[redhotholdenss]

Thanks all. I finished the front struts yesterday and started on the back. I thought the rears would be easier, but while no bearings to deal with, manhandling that strut assembly in/out resulted in some choice words. Good news only one rear left, which will be done today, and then I can get the car off jackstands. Really appreciate those of you that chimed in.

 

[redhotholdenss]

Cars all done. No weird noises and still have all my fingers and toes. Thanks all for your help.