I have a 96 SE with a stock suspension set-up (except for a strut bar) and when I go over large bumps/dips etc. I can hear a horrible noise coming from the front suspension. The sound is most audible in the morning particularily when its cold out, or when the car has not been driven in a while. When the tempature goes up the sound can barely be heard. It sounds almost like a rubbing or a creaking noise, has anyone else encountered this same problem or have any insight on what might be the cause?

 

is it like a poping noise? if so, some bushing(s) is f*cked. replace w/ polyurethane.

 

No its not a popping noise its more of a rubbing noise, but it is weird because in the afternoon when its warmer i cant hear the noise at all.

 

make sure all your bushings are in proper order... maybe some of them are worn out or broken.

cold weather tends to make things make funny noises. Just give everything a good go through. You probably have worn parts somewhere.