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Originally Posted by venturaII

Well, if the mechanic is dishonest enough to disconenct suspension pieces, then anything is possible. I was just giving him the benefit of a doubt, given that OP said he was reputable (if not knowledgeable). A bagged out upper bushing could easily produce an inch of movement (combined droop and compression) and associated noise and harshness OP described over bumps without bringing the springs into play at all..

It would also make a huge amount of noise over every bump as the upper seat smashed into the body.