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Wisco86 · 05-31-2019, 01:53 PM

Hi guys,

I have a super loud rattle/clanging from the front end of my 83 C30 when I hit bumps. I have eliminated the shocks and sway bar as culprits. All 4 ball joints have a little play, I found the worst one and replaced it with no change in the noise. I also found that if I apply the brakes while going over bumps, it will decrease the noise and even eliminate it if I brake hard enough. I checked the control arm bushings and they seem tight (and also look like a PITA to change.) Doesn't seem to be motor or trans mounts. I'm pulling my hair out over this. Any ideas?

05-31-2019, 01:53 PM	#1
Wisco86 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Minneapolis MN Posts: 4	Front End Noise Hi guys, I have a super loud rattle/clanging from the front end of my 83 C30 when I hit bumps. I have eliminated the shocks and sway bar as culprits. All 4 ball joints have a little play, I found the worst one and replaced it with no change in the noise. I also found that if I apply the brakes while going over bumps, it will decrease the noise and even eliminate it if I brake hard enough. I checked the control arm bushings and they seem tight (and also look like a PITA to change.) Doesn't seem to be motor or trans mounts. I'm pulling my hair out over this. Any ideas?

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