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Old 03-14-2009, 03:57 PM
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my car sounds like it's falling apart

hi, all. for lack of a better phrase, my car sounds like it's falling apart, usually over bumpy roads. i know this is a super general questions, but it seems like it's from the front suspension. i changed the springs a couple of years ago, and while i was down there i tightened up as many nuts and bolts that i could get my tools on. i asked my mechanic to check my bushings and ball joints, and he said they were fine. does anyone have any suggestions as to what the rattling could be caused by?

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which shop did you take it to??
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if it was a couple of years ago, some of those components may have worn out.
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put it on some jackstands and see how much movement the wheels have. then go lay underrrrrrrr it and poke around. bushings might be worn or something else - 3 years is a long time..one lil pothole could do wonders to ur front end.
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Just a thought...

Have you ever changed out the engine mounts?
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Have you ever changed out the engine mounts?
had the motor mounts changed about 25,000 miles ago.
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Did you change your shocks when you lowered the car?

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