I have a 2004 mazda RX8 i bought about 2 years ago. I deployed to afghanistan last year so the car sat for awhile. Recently these two things started happening.

1. My right rear tail light is letting water leak into it and when i say water i mean there is like an inch or more in it. Is there a way to fix it myself or does anyone know of a decent place to get a good tail light?

2. Also from my right rear when i make a turn my right rear creaks, groans and knocks. Ive recently had my rear springs and struts done so could it be something with them or does anyone have any other ideas?

I love my car but i rly dunno much about it so plz bear with me if you have any counter questions for me

thanks in advance

 

#1: Replace the gasket that surrounds the lamp assembly. This is a common issue.
#2: Sounds like you already have a handle on the problem.

Welcome back

 

The groans and such started after the strut replacement