RE: Tech: Squeaky Suspension

[Ng.Kevin@nationscredit.com (Ng, Kevin)]

I have the same problem-although it's with the stock suspension. Really   
bothers me on nice days when I have the windows rolled down. I can't win   
on cooler days either-I used to get a squeaking (actually more like a   
"crunching") sound from the doors on cold days. It took me months to   
figure out that it was the top part of the door frame making contact with   
the felt-like rubber weatherstripping. The dealer put some isolation tape   
(very popular at VW service shops I imagine) on the doors, and now the   
squeaks are gone.

Kevin
97 GLX Windsor Blue
P-Flo, P-Chip

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From:  jettaglx[SMTP:jettaglx@igtc.com]
Sent:  Tuesday, December 02, 1997 8:30 PM
To:  CCA
Cc:  gti; jetta
Subject:  Tech: Squeaky Suspension

Hi All,
 Quick question, I've noticed my suspension making a sort of rubbing
squeaking sound when it compresses (going over speed bumps etc). It   
sounds
like it is coming from the right front wheel. I did go with a Neuspeed
swaybar setup, and I know the bushings require occasional lubing, but I
figured I'd hear that during cornering, not when the suspension   
compresses.

 I also switched to Neuspeed HD shocks/struts. Anyone have a clue? TIA-G

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