Clunk from the trunk
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Clunk from the trunk
Whenever i take a turn that twists the chassis there is a loud clunk that comes from the trunk area. it seems to happen more often on left hand turns but does happen in either direction. any ideas??
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- Check the rubber exhaust hangers - it could be hitting something if they are missing/worn.
- Check the remaining rear suspension links - are any damaged?
- Check the 4 rear sub-frame mounts - one or more may be broken.
- Check the two rear differential carrier bushings - I had a bad one of these and it clunked during acceleration/deceleration (like that which might occur driving the twisties).
- Did you remember to take the dead body out of the trunk?
Seriously, check to make sure there is nothing lose back there, especially in the spare tire compartment.
- Check the remaining rear suspension links - are any damaged?
- Check the 4 rear sub-frame mounts - one or more may be broken.
- Check the two rear differential carrier bushings - I had a bad one of these and it clunked during acceleration/deceleration (like that which might occur driving the twisties).
- Did you remember to take the dead body out of the trunk?
Seriously, check to make sure there is nothing lose back there, especially in the spare tire compartment.
Last edited by Floobydust; Apr 4, 2012 at 06:25 PM. Reason: forgot something
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Look at the flex discs on the driveshaft. They might be tearing.
Last edited by BENZITCH; Apr 10, 2012 at 04:37 PM. Reason: spelling
