druggist

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I'm replacing my shocks, noticed these two pieces rubbing against each other, is this normal? The pic with the one connected is from the other side.

Sgtblue

iTrader: (16)

It's likely cause is due to bushings being shot.

Mps_hell

yep that will do it
hope you didn't replace good shocks because bushes are giving you symptoms

Andre The Giant

iTrader: (21)

Also, I think you should check your mounts for the sway bar. They are notorious for getting bent.

druggist

iTrader: (4)

Im replacing with low mileage oems, nothing drastic. But i will check the sway bar mounts, talks for the info.

BLACK MAMBA

iTrader: (58)

That's because of your swaybar mounts are bent.

druggist

iTrader: (4)

Looks like the mounts are bent, anybody know where to source a cheap set?

BLACK MAMBA

iTrader: (58)

Nothing cheap about owning a FD, if you buy OEM you will be in same spot in no time. I replaced mine with a set from AWR.

Sgtblue

iTrader: (16)

Mazdatrix offers OEM replacement or (not cheap) chromoly replacements. ---> 93-95 Tower Braces and Suspension Parts
If you don't track or autocross the latter are probably overkill. I've managed to get by with a RB reinforcement bar (also shown on that page in the link, along with new OEM endlinks) and the OEM sway bar mounts, but I don't use 'R' compounds..yet. When I do, even the reinforcement bar may not be enough.