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Loud Clunking Front Right Wheel

Old Dec 25, 2005 | 12:05 PM
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Loud Clunking Front Right Wheel

When I drive over a bumpy road or randomly when I turn left there is a very loud clank coming from around the front right wheel. I was trying to figure out what it could be but have no idea. It only does it when the road is really bumpy, or sometimes during a sharp left turn. It only started doing it a few days ago, randomly. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks.
Old Dec 25, 2005 | 03:33 PM
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Worn out strut , bad wheel bearing, or worn out control arm bushing(s) It's probably a blown out strut. Jack up that side and have a look around. Grap the tire at the top and bottom and wiggle it. If it is loose, you have a bad wheel bearing. Look at the strut tower. Check for oil leakage. It could still be worn out. Pick up on the tire and lift it up and down. Look for movement or looseness. Inspect sway bar bushing and control arm. Again, just look for anything that may be loose.

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Old Dec 26, 2005 | 10:02 AM
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Don't forget to check the tension rod too. along with the other things Ron listed
Old Dec 26, 2005 | 10:07 AM
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Things I thought may be the problem. Thanks for the input I'm gonna check as soon as I get a chance.
Old Dec 30, 2005 | 11:51 AM
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post up if you find the cause, for reference
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