Looking at the parts catalog, seems I have to get the whole top block assembly replaced, because I can't find anything about replacing just the bearings. Those blocks are $80 a pop... Is that the only option? Other than getting camber plates, that is.

 

put a cap full of oil in there, see what happens. it worked for me last time i had a noisy one.

 

Cap full of oil where? Into the bearing housing?

 

yes... where the strut bolts to

 

yeah take the dust cap off, and pour a little oil in there, and put it back.

 

Ok, I'll try that. Thanks.

 

Tried it. Made no difference.

 

if you are talking about the THRUST bearing that sits beneath the block, these are listed as separate parts in the OE parts catalogue. Have you checked with Mazda??

Stu Aull
80GS
Alaska

 

sa is different from fb, the fb actually has a ball bearing in the top

 

Yes, the thrust bearings. I did check with Mazda and they say for my model the bearing is part of the block and not a separate part, which is kind of annoying, but whatever. Guess I'll replace the blocks.

 

oy.
well, score one for SAs....

sorry yer stuck with the expense
Stu Aull
80 GS
Alaska

 

Just cause Mazda sell's them as an assembly does not mean you can't remove the block, press out and replace the bearing.......