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Old 05-02-2009, 03:41 PM
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I have a noise that sounds like it is coming from the rear end. Its a really faint clunking noise that I only hear when I am slowing down. I have had done alot of suspension work done to my rear end(non adj control arms, relocation brackets, on car adj panhard rod, pro kit lowering springs) and I am sure I installed them correctly. Any idea what this noise could be? The noise starts when I slow down and you can hear the noise with the brakes applied and without. I have no clue.... I think it may have to do with the new suspension parts?
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check your pinion angle...if you have an adjustable torque arm, it should be pretty easy to correct. same thing happened to me when i installed my torque arm relocation bracket, but a simple adjustment of the torque arm corrected the pinion angle, and all is well again.
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i have the same problem here
i just lowered the car
i think it can be the reason
i will return it to normal again
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Definately check pinion angle first. After that, if it still is doing it, I'd take a look at gear setup.
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I almost have a full umi suspension I just recently noticed that it makes some kind of tapping or ticking noise once in a while too. The only part that I dont have on my car yet is an adjustable torque arm.
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There's also the distinct possibility that the noise has been there all along, but the new suspension parts make you notice it more. Aftermarket suspension parts are usually going to transfer more noise and vibration into the cabin anyways




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