swampthing

Much appreciated guys. Thanks Swampie

Hey all, I've have been getting some noise from the shocks on my '99 camry touring. When the car hits a rough patch of road, i get a baffled thumping sort of noise. For example: I'd get 3 or 4 consecutive thumps in quick succession when i drive over a poorly patched-up pothole or road section. Sounds like its coming from the shock itself. I have checked out the suspension components, bushes etc, and all seems in order without any freeplay there. The camry has been running on slightly lowered King Springs and 17 inch rubber for a while now and was quite a bumpy ride,... so i recently replaced these with original 15 inch alloys which has reduced the noise severity and ride harshness to some degree. (still runs great though!) I dont know what brand the existing shock is,.. but it looks as if someone has cut the top off a shock and pressed on a cover plate which the rod pokes through. Ive never seen this before. I assume its some freeplay in the shocks themselves. I was wondering if anyone has had this issue previously and can help with some information. Failing any possible other outcomes,.. what brand of shockies would you recommend if i dont have too much to spend. I have heard the KYB brand are ok,. and have been quoted about $150 each here in sydney. Is that reasonable? Also,.. i rang KYB Sydney office,.. who said theyre products arent suited to the Touring model. One of their distributors in Blacktown said they're OK for use on a Touring. Some help would be appreciated. Thanks, swampie

\ Not yet! Only just bought her the other week, after selling my 2000 Corolla! She's pretty stock besides the 17inch Speedy Rims, reflective tint windows and 6-stacker stereo. Im not necessarily looking to turn her into a head turner or a racer... just a comfortable cruiser.... even looking to exchange the 17inch rims for Gen5 factory 15's (the 5 spoke ones if i can find them!). Until then, she cruises on 17's!! She is a Touring version so I call her Touro! (it means "The bull" in Portuguese!). The Corolla was named Delgado! ...its a long story involving a woman i once met! Why does it always involve a woman?!?! :P Is it weird to name your cars??

hey swampie here... I have Speedy 17's with great rubber, and looking to downgrade to stock 15inch alloys for ride comfort. (see pic) Wanna trade?

Greetings from the Swampthing. Do you dare step into my lair?? Do you fear me stepping into yours? We'll fear not good humans, i am a friendly Toyota loving creature!!! :D After owning numerous Corolla's of various vintage, the '99 V6 Camry Touring i bought has so far served me well! Leather seat and all!! Hope to chat with you all soon! Cheers! Swampie!!