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(Message started by: pedropedro on Apr 7^th, 2010, 6:19pm)

Title: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 7^th, 2010, 6:19pm

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

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by Jonnycab on Apr 8^th, 2010, 1:28am

It wouldn't happen to be when you brake would it ? http://undergroundfreakz.com/s/contrib/ruinkai/dazeda.gif

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 8^th, 2010, 8:14am

no braking doesnt influence it at all....just a steady clunking for 5 miles then gets better then goes after another 2-3 miles

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by gozz on Apr 8^th, 2010, 8:49am

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.
GOZZ.

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 8^th, 2010, 9:09am

ok sounds a tad drastic...wont that mess the tracking up etc

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by gozz on Apr 8^th, 2010, 11:22am

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,
GOZZ.

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 8^th, 2010, 12:01pm

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

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by big_timer on Apr 8^th, 2010, 4:51pm

try the anti-roll bar bushes.remove the top half of the bracket.to have a good look.

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 8^th, 2010, 5:23pm

ok will do ..tks for that advice

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by lleewar on Apr 21^st, 2010, 8:46pm

Pedro, did you find out what the problem was and has it been cured ?? Lee

Title: Re: clunking front end
Post by pedropedro on Apr 22^nd, 2010, 9:47am

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