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knocking over bumps

Postby darren1camper » Wed Oct 13, 2010 10:56 pm

I have a 190 lwb 1997 which knocks on the front end off side suspension changed the anti roll bar moun ting bushes I have changed the anti roll bar drop link. Has anybody got any ideas could be either the track rod end or shock absorber. thanks for your help also does anybody know where you can buy the gearbox inspection rubbers from.
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Re: knocking over bumps

Postby MrMPuk » Wed Oct 13, 2010 11:00 pm

Bottom ball joint?
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Re: knocking over bumps

Postby darren1camper » Wed Oct 13, 2010 11:02 pm

Thanks MrMpuk I might try and drive and feel the shock absorber top see if i can feel any banging
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Re: knocking over bumps

Postby MrMPuk » Wed Oct 13, 2010 11:04 pm

Jack it up and look for play.
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Re: knocking over bumps

Postby Vee4 » Thu Oct 14, 2010 11:33 pm

My Mk5 always did this: viewtopic.php?p=437962#p437962

The Mk7 doesn't (so far).
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