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pedropedro
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clunking front end
« on: Apr 7th, 2010, 6:19pm » |
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having a real problem isolating what this is....clunks in front ...low down both sides in suspension area for first 4-5 miles then clears...had link rods changed ...wishbone rear bushes changed ....anti roll bar is solid
doesn't clunk if you push down wings when cold ...really annoying ..if anyone has experienced or got any ideas would be grateful...garage cant isolate
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Jonnycab
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #1 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 1:28am » |
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It wouldn't happen to be when you brake would it ? 
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pedropedro
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #2 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 8:14am » |
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no braking doesnt influence it at all....just a steady clunking for 5 miles then gets better then goes after another 2-3 miles
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #3 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 8:49am » |
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You could try disconnecting the track rods,then move them slightly within the rack,I have had a happening in the past whereby the inner ball joints creak but it transfers as a distinct knock.If that is your problem,slide the gaiter back and work a little grease into the joint whilst rotating the rod.
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pedropedro
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #4 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 9:09am » |
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ok sounds a tad drastic...wont that mess the tracking up etc
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #5 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 11:22am » |
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No,just remove the track rod end from the track control arm,you won't be altering any distances unless you take the end off the rod,and waggling the inner ball joint can't move anything trackwise,
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pedropedro
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #6 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 12:01pm » |
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ok tks for that ....
what is weird is that it totally clears after 6 miles or so...before then it sounds like link rods are worn that sort of noise
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #7 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 4:51pm » |
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try the anti-roll bar bushes.remove the top half of the bracket.to have a good look.
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pedropedro
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #8 on: Apr 8th, 2010, 5:23pm » |
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ok will do ..tks for that advice
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #9 on: Apr 21st, 2010, 8:46pm » |
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Pedro, did you find out what the problem was and has it been cured ?? Lee
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pedropedro
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Re: clunking front end
« Reply #10 on: Apr 22nd, 2010, 9:47am » |
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No i didnt and its driving me nuts !!.....clunks front right mostly for 5 miles then clears
wonder if its suspension shocks....?? any ideas ?
john
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