[urq] Need help with ever persistent clunk in front end......

[Harten Eric C Capt KHQ PAOC/CODP]

OK, so my '83 has had this clunk in its front end since I have had the
car.  Basically, when I back up and turn the wheel (and sometimes going
forward during a hard L/R transition) I get this loud metallic clunking
sound from the front end.  It sounds like something is either catching &
releasing or just shifting abruptly.  Can't get a good feel for what it
is through the steering wheel.  I figured I had some worn pivot or
something, but I have replaced absolutely EVERYTHING up front.  The
noise has persisted throughout the parts replacement process.  Any
ideas?????  Here is wheat I have already replaced:

 

Strut mounts

New coil-overs

Re-built steering rack (seems to be tight and bolted down securely)

Front bearings

Both tie-rods

Ball joints

Sub-frame bushings (aluminum now)

A-arm bushings

Motor and trans mounts

 

Any ideas as to what I have over-looked will be appreciated.  Thanks

 

Eric

 


Capt Eric "Dutch" Harten


Chief of Exercises


KHQ/ COD JPRC


808-449-8704 (DSN: 449-8704)


eric.harten at hickam.af.mil <BLOCKED::mailto:eric.harten at hickam.af.mil>