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Creaking noise coming from subframe-ish area

FROSTYmk7.5

Go Kart Newbie
Location
Denver Colorado
Car(s)
mk7.5 golf gti 6MT
Last weekend I removed my stage 1 BFI dogbone insert and installed a stage 2 BFI doggone insert and now I am experiencing a creaking noise that sounds like it's coming from the subframe area when releasing the clutch to start driving in first gear. I am going to remove the mount tomorrow and see if it's the stage 2 BFI insert that's causing the issue, but I'm wondering if there are any bolts in particular I should check while under the car. I also had a stage 3 clutch installed by shop about 6 months ago and was thinking about also double checking the transmission mount is torqued to spec. Any insight would be appreciated.
 

DSC808

Autocross Champion
Location
HI State
Car(s)
2016 GTI SE MT
Spray some silicone lubricant on the bushings.
 

OceanJack

Go Kart Newbie
Location
Bayonne
Car(s)
Mk7 GTI
isn't AT-205 an oil additive that reseals o-rings/rubber gaskets?
It swells the rubber bushings and lasts longe than a few weeks, the silicone I've found attract dirt and grit, whereas the at-205 reconditions the seals and doesn't collect trash. I apply it only once a year and don't hear any creaks.
 
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