Rear shocks maybe?

[Paulb022]

Can anybody describe the noises or symptoms of a knackered rear near side shock?
Have slight knocking when hit minor bumbs on near side.

If so any suggested replacements??

[Steveyk]

Me too, nearside rear clonks over sharp bumps and also when pulling away forwards or backwards. I'm saving up for the widely acclaimed BC Coilovers, but a pair of standard rear shocks can be had for less than £300.

[Megaman]

It starts as a rattle that gets louder and turns into a clunking then a knocking then a bumping and eventually you learn to turn up the stereo and ignore it. My car has had 3 sets of oem subaru struts - 2 under warranty, now ive got bc coilovers installed and had no knocking since.

[R1ynb]

Plus 1 for bc's
Oem struts are garbage I'd of rather replaced oem for oem but deep down I'd now the knocking would return, Bc offer a close ride to Standered

[MUNK]

Knock knock....(excuse the pun)

Who's there....

Your local Subaru dealer, waiting to do you in the ring peice for two rear shocks:-)

Follow the DIY thread if it's your shocks mate

[Paulb022]

I've not spotted a DIY shock thread. Will have a look that, good results?
Do I need any parts?
Cheers
Paul

[Carl Curtis]

I've not spotted a DIY shock thread. Will have a look that, good results?
Do I need any parts?
Cheers
Paul

Its a sticky in the tech help section.Struts Overhaul

[SteveS]

I've not spotted a DIY shock thread. Will have a look that, good results?
Do I need any parts?
Cheers
Paul

Its a sticky in the tech help section.Struts Overhaul

Beat me to it Carl, can't beat your write up in my opinion.

[Paulb022]

Many thanks for your help guys!!
Will speak to my mechanic mate. Need to decide do I do both sides and do I powdercoat mine too, I do work at a manufacturing company where we can powdercoat, and actually machine some components for prodrive direct, though sadly nothing for imprezas!!!
Cheers,
Paul