Date:         Sun, 27 Nov 2016 06:35:06 -0700
Reply-To:     Sean Garrett <doit.outdoors@YAHOO.COM>
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From:         Sean Garrett <doit.outdoors@YAHOO.COM>
Subject:      Re: Suspension noises (Clunks) 1991
Comments: To: Rick N <vwfridge@GMAIL.COM>
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In my 18 yrs of vanagon ownership I have had shocks make clunky noises if they aren't tightened enough (always rear) and front cv-joint that had a cracked cage. I always replace ball joints about every 10 yrs, so don't know if they make noise.

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> On Nov 26, 2016, at 6:40 PM, Rick N <vwfridge@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> I am a recent owner of a 1991 Vanagon GL Westfalia It has been very well
> maintained (I have all maintenance records since new, it was a one owner
> vehicle) Every thing seems great, good (...relatively) power, runs clean.
> 
> The only issue is the somewhat nasty suspension(?) noises when driving over
> rough pavement, manhole covers, dips etc.. The PO said he had it checked
> out and gave me a quote for a complete ball joint repair. I have since
> brought into a reputable VW shop. This shop determined that the ball joints
> and bushings where fine, the only thing that was worn where the sway bar
> bushings (which they replaced). It seems to ride a little bit quieter but
> the major clunk rattle is still there.
> 
> Just wondering if the group would have any ideas of potential causes for
> what seems like suspension loose sounding Clunky noises coming from below
> the floor (front and back). I am not expecting a diagnosis, just who the
> usual suspects would be.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Rick