Front Wheels are making a "Clack" noise
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Front Wheels are making a "Clack" noise
I have a 2001 E 430 and about a year ago I bought some nice 19" aftermarket rims. About 3 months ago the front left one makes a "clacking" noise when I drive. This noise is driving me mad. I sound like I am 7 years old again and put a card in the spokes of my bmx bike. I put my stock rims on the front only and the noise completely went away.
I had the rim repaired and it went away for about a day and then came back. There were no visible cracks in the wheel, but they said it was warped.
I may have to just repace the rim,but wanted to see if anyone had any suggestions first.
Thanks
I had the rim repaired and it went away for about a day and then came back. There were no visible cracks in the wheel, but they said it was warped.
I may have to just repace the rim,but wanted to see if anyone had any suggestions first.
Thanks
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w210 AMG or S213
Besides checking the wheel also check the suspension components on that side. The larger wheel may be changing the position of the suspension in a way that the stock wheels can't replicate. Pull the wheel off and look for anything out of the ordinary.
