Front end clunking solved...
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Front end clunking solved... well, after installing a totally new ISS, the front end clunking still remained... so over the vacation last week, I had a new steering rack installed, and while they were under there, they noticed that both front wheel bearings where bad so they replaced those too...
now the front end is nice and tight, and no issues whatsoever... just like, if not better than, new!!
About time!!
WHEW!!
now the front end is nice and tight, and no issues whatsoever... just like, if not better than, new!!
About time!!
WHEW!!
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well, after installing a totally new ISS, the front end clunking still remained... so over the vacation last week, I had a new steering rack installed, and while they were under there, they noticed that both front wheel bearings where bad so they replaced those too...
now the front end is nice and tight, and no issues whatsoever... just like, if not better than, new!!
About time!!
WHEW!!
now the front end is nice and tight, and no issues whatsoever... just like, if not better than, new!!
About time!!
WHEW!!
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I thought the same thing when they replaced my hubs so when i did my rotors i made sure to notice them and they where infact brand-new. I did notice they lost the rubber peice that goes over the bleed nipple to keep dirt from getting in so i made them give me another one :X
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Funny you bring this up now. She is up on a lift getting a new rack as we speak. They replaced the door glass yesterday due to the scratches, and are now doing the rack. I mentioned "alignment" on the little note i left for the dealer when i dropped it off two nights ago...hope they do one.
I've been feeling some pulsating in the gas pedal while cruising...wonder if that could be bearings? Any sure-fire way to check on them? What are the symptoms, aside from the clunking? Is it while turning? Driving straight? etc.
I've been feeling some pulsating in the gas pedal while cruising...wonder if that could be bearings? Any sure-fire way to check on them? What are the symptoms, aside from the clunking? Is it while turning? Driving straight? etc.
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for a new steering rack, the only alignment they do and that is required is for the toe-in... unless you specifically requested a 4-wheel alignment...
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I mentioned my symptoms of my bearings in another topic but at high speeds driving straight it feels like you have a bad tire. In a parking garage you can clearly hear the bearings. I never noticed anything while turning tho. I've had the rears replaced twice now.
Funny you bring this up now. She is up on a lift getting a new rack as we speak. They replaced the door glass yesterday due to the scratches, and are now doing the rack. I mentioned "alignment" on the little note i left for the dealer when i dropped it off two nights ago...hope they do one.
I've been feeling some pulsating in the gas pedal while cruising...wonder if that could be bearings? Any sure-fire way to check on them? What are the symptoms, aside from the clunking? Is it while turning? Driving straight? etc.
I've been feeling some pulsating in the gas pedal while cruising...wonder if that could be bearings? Any sure-fire way to check on them? What are the symptoms, aside from the clunking? Is it while turning? Driving straight? etc.
Well, i got the car back last night...looks naked without the tint on the replaced windows. The car is definitely more responsive with the new rack...but the alignment is way outta wack. They did the toe-in, so i'm thinking my camber was way off before then, and the "wandering steering wheel"/loose rack hid that issue.
I'm still getting the vibration at 75-80+, but that could be the winter tires, possibly out of balance, or the bearing, or the...who knows. I don't hear any noises now...which is good...so i can just enjoy the exhaust.
Now, i just gotta find the time to get the tint re-done. I think i'm going 30% all the way around, instead of the 30/15 that i had before. The wife just got another tint ticket two weeks ago, so she's harpin' on me to go semi-legal, which ain't gonna happen. Anyone have 50% tint with the black interior? I know i'm getting way off topic here.
I'm still getting the vibration at 75-80+, but that could be the winter tires, possibly out of balance, or the bearing, or the...who knows. I don't hear any noises now...which is good...so i can just enjoy the exhaust.
Now, i just gotta find the time to get the tint re-done. I think i'm going 30% all the way around, instead of the 30/15 that i had before. The wife just got another tint ticket two weeks ago, so she's harpin' on me to go semi-legal, which ain't gonna happen. Anyone have 50% tint with the black interior? I know i'm getting way off topic here.
What a buddy of mine did was...
He did 35% all around, and then do a 50% on the front. Now that's illegal, but you can BARELY tell that it's done with how the other windows are. And no one ever checks the front. State of WI the rear can be anything, but the sides have to remain legal which is the 35%. You'd be amazed how much of a difference that front tint made. BUT, he did say night driving was a little weird in the country wooded area with no street lights
He did 35% all around, and then do a 50% on the front. Now that's illegal, but you can BARELY tell that it's done with how the other windows are. And no one ever checks the front. State of WI the rear can be anything, but the sides have to remain legal which is the 35%. You'd be amazed how much of a difference that front tint made. BUT, he did say night driving was a little weird in the country wooded area with no street lights
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I think I got mine done around 10,000. The noise wasnt even that loud and I thought it was the car just being stiff in the cold...Apparently it was alot more than that.They replaced the right front strut to no avail then they relaced the rack. set the alignment perfect like new.
The clunking for me was first diagnosed as the ISS at 18,000, but they misdiagnosed the squeak from the rack as a "horn ring/noise canceling cam lubrication" issue. At 29,000 or so i went to the new dealer and with research from here and other forums, i pointed them to the rack as the source of the squeak (and subsequent clunk). So ultimately it was going bad at 18,000mi.
Regarding the tint, i wouldn't consider doing the windshield. My vision isn't the greatest. I think i'm going with the illegal 35% on the sides with the 15% already on the quarter-glass and back windshield. The $60 ticket isn't much of a deterrent so long as it's only an annual affair....or at most every 6-mos...as long as they don't tack on the no front plate or other equipment issues.
FWIW, i have had an officer ask if the windshield was done before...so i'm not looking to get pagged for that, too.
Regarding the tint, i wouldn't consider doing the windshield. My vision isn't the greatest. I think i'm going with the illegal 35% on the sides with the 15% already on the quarter-glass and back windshield. The $60 ticket isn't much of a deterrent so long as it's only an annual affair....or at most every 6-mos...as long as they don't tack on the no front plate or other equipment issues.
FWIW, i have had an officer ask if the windshield was done before...so i'm not looking to get pagged for that, too. Not quite accurate...although their enforcement may be nil.
Louisiana Tint Laws
Louisiana Tint Laws
Lousiana Window Tint Law
Lousiana Tint Law Enacted: 1993
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN LOUSIANA?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Lousiana, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 40% of light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than 25% of light in.
Rear Window Must allow more than 12% of light in.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN LOUSIANA?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing the glare and heat generated by visible light.
Front Side Windows Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Back Side Windows Must not be more than 20% reflective.
OTHER LOUSIANA RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
Side Mirrors No restrictions.
Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film need to certify the film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they are using ceritified film.
Sticker Requirements The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film & glass on the driver’s side window.
Lousiana Tint Law Enacted: 1993
HOW DARK CAN WINDOW TINT BE IN LOUSIANA?
Darkness of tint is measured by Visible Light Transmission percentage (VLT%). In Lousiana, this percentage refers to percentage of visible light allowed in through the combination of film and the window.
Windshield Non-reflective tint is allowed along the top of the windshield above the manufacturer's AS-1 line.
Front Side Windows Must allow more than 40% of light in.
Back Side Windows Must allow more than 25% of light in.
Rear Window Must allow more than 12% of light in.
HOW REFLECTIVE CAN THE TINT BE IN LOUSIANA?
Similar to sunglass lenses, some tinting film contain metallic elements that help in reflecting incoming light and reducing the glare and heat generated by visible light.
Front Side Windows Must not be more than 20% reflective.
Back Side Windows Must not be more than 20% reflective.
OTHER LOUSIANA RULES AND REGULATIONS
Restricted Colors No colors of tint are explicitly banned.
Side Mirrors No restrictions.
Certificate Requirements Manufacturers of film need to certify the film they sell in the state. Ask your dealer if they are using ceritified film.
Sticker Requirements The sticker to identify legal tinting is required between the film & glass on the driver’s side window.
