Ball joints
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From: Rahway nj
Ball joints
Ive noticed a clunking noise recently while braking when coming to a stop. it is just one sharp thud as soon as i hit the brakes. I checked the ball joints, tie rod ends and sway bar links. i found that my sway bar links where shot so i replaced but am still have the clunking noise and it seems to be getting worse and usually happens more after a left turn. My uncle to me to check my ball joints again. Should i jack up the hole front and put jack stands under the axle or let my tire free hang before checking again??? and suggestions would be helpfull.
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From: WV
You can just jack up one tire at a time, til its high enough to get a 2x4 or a pry bar or something under the tire to pry up on it. If you have another person to help, let them do that while you lay under there and keep a close eye on the ball joints. You shouldn't see any play.
You might also check your steering drag link, inner tie rod, etc. Some of that could be causing a clunk while turning as well.
Good luck!
You might also check your steering drag link, inner tie rod, etc. Some of that could be causing a clunk while turning as well.
Good luck!
