I have the Hotchkis springs and I also got that noise shortly after the install. However mine has since gone away. I would just give it some time.

 

Really? That's good to hear....how long did it take to "settle in?" It has only been like 2 weeks w/ mine.

 

So how long should it take for these springs to "settle"?

 

I really think it is more due to the OEM strut assembly with the lowering springs. I clunk, and i am used to it. I do want to grab some slightly used front struts and see if i can get some new life.

But yeah get used to it, put about 15K on them and had clunking here and there. They handle fine for what you want for the price, but we need stiffer shocks/struts to mate with the springs to remedy this.