So I've been battling front end suspension noises for a pretty long time now.
I've posted about it before but felt an updated thread was in order - video included this time.....
This first started with clunking etc which I still get.
I've replaced the following -
End Links - which you'll notice are missing in the video - I removed them intentionally to ensure they werent causing any of my noises. The sway bar doesnt move at all, surely due to very old bushings.
Control Arms and lower ball joints - one ball joint was loose awhile back - so its a slim possibility its been damaged - open to input on this and the clunking/loose feeling.
Subframe Bushings
Strut top and spring seat
Axles (mainly due to age and passenger side boot had been cut and grease leaked for quite some time)
Engine mounts were changed a few years ago and still appear in good shape.
Only things I havent replaced is the wheel bearings and tie rods but tie rods are on their way - inner and outer
I DO NOT believe tie rods or bearings would cause this particular issue in the video but looking for feedback on entire scenario here.
In the video, I'm getting a snap, crackle, POP when turning at low speeds - its not just full lock, but significantly worse at full lock.
In other driving, we still geting random clunks like something is loose - hitting bumps while in a turn you can feel through the steering wheel like the entire front end is loose.
But it isnt - I've triple ++ checked everything and NOTHING is loose or appears worn.
I'm at a loss........
Heres the vid of the crackling and popping.....
https://youtu.be/cY6c0tbSgQU
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