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Front End Rattles Mk7

madcourier
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So I accumulated a kit of genuine Ford parts and gave the lot to a local independent for them to fit.

Parts included were front struts, springs, top mounts, track rod ends, drop links, wishbones, front anti roll bar bushes.

Today driving slowly over a very rough surface we noticed some rattles coming from front end. To say I’m ***** off is an understatement.

Is there anything on the front end that I’ve missed? I couldn’t think of anything else…

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    I've changed all but the same as you..I also found intercooler mounting rubbers rattled if there worn..and all plastics can rattle from being taken off and on

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    Definitely sounds heavier than plastic rattle. Might look into intercooler mountings though

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    Ford's rubber grommet things were expensive so I used Bath tap washers and cut to shape..

    Ford....£25

    Poundshop....£1.00

     

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    So things have developed a bit. Got a call from the Mrs saying the car was making weird noises.

    Took the car a little run and before I even got out the driveway I could hear a creaking noise when turning the steering wheel. Then when I set off there was a clunk when changing from 1st into 2nd.

    Any ideas? Does this sound familiar?

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    The garage may have left a nut or bolt loose.  Take it back and get it up on their ramp.

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    Yes good idea. I’m not happy with the mrs driving it when I’m not sure what the noises are. 

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