I have a 99EX with 128,000 miles which is exhibiting a clunking that comes from the front suspension or front end when it goes over sharp bumps. Gentle bumps don't do it.
It almost sounded like noisy valves in the front struts or loose mounts, but they were replaced this week along with all new mounting plates, bearings and rubber bushings. It's still there - maybe even more pronounced with the stiffer new struts.
The noise seemed to become more prevalent after replacement of the timing belt at 105,000 miles; and someone wondered if it might be a loose subframe or motor mount. However, everything seems to be tight when checked by my independent mechanic who is now really frustrated and curious about what the problem is.
It is definitely in the front somewhere and clatters/clunks when going over speed bumps and the like. It's much more substantial than what I would call a "rattle"; and sounds like something heavy hitting against something else up there.
Any WAG's on this one? TIA for any thoughts you may have. DUTCH
It almost sounded like noisy valves in the front struts or loose mounts, but they were replaced this week along with all new mounting plates, bearings and rubber bushings. It's still there - maybe even more pronounced with the stiffer new struts.
The noise seemed to become more prevalent after replacement of the timing belt at 105,000 miles; and someone wondered if it might be a loose subframe or motor mount. However, everything seems to be tight when checked by my independent mechanic who is now really frustrated and curious about what the problem is.
It is definitely in the front somewhere and clatters/clunks when going over speed bumps and the like. It's much more substantial than what I would call a "rattle"; and sounds like something heavy hitting against something else up there.
Any WAG's on this one? TIA for any thoughts you may have. DUTCH
