Things that go bump

[stefcio007]

Occasionally when I go over a speed bump the front will make a clank sort of like the clank of a jack hammer. I don't think this is normal and it sounds like whatever is supposed to cushion the bump or something is missing.

Not too sure what it is.

[Umai Naa!!]

Lower control arm bushes and strut top bushes.

Also, don't rule out swaybar bushes and end links.

[AKA VR6]

shocks?

[stefcio007]

Lower control arm bushes and strut top bushes.

Also, don't rule out swaybar bushes and end links.

hmm, when I had a service they did look around the control arm area, they didn't find anything apparently. (but I didn't mention anything to them either)

[dylan8]

Lower control arm bushes and strut top bushes.

Also, don't rule out swaybar bushes and end links.

I'd suggest checking these too. Make sure everything is tight

[stefcio007]

I'd suggest checking these too. Make sure everything is tight
Can I find it in the Bentley Manual?
Or are there any good links so that I can read up?

[stefcio007]

What's this supposed to be and should I be worried? (looks to be just a sleeve on it but still want to be sure)
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=14709&stc=1

[stefcio007]

This is my right side top.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=14710&stc=1

[stefcio007]

Underside rear left.
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=14711&stc=1

[Special Air Service]

What's this supposed to be and should I be worried? (looks to be just a sleeve on it but still want to be sure)
http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/forums/attachments/f47/14709-things-go-bump-dsc04853-jpg

Torn CV joint boot......get it replaced as soon as possible or CV joint will be next on your shopping list.

[stefcio007]

Torn CV joint boot......get it replaced as soon as possible or CV joint will be next on your shopping list.
Is this something that would have been seen during a major service? because they didn't mention it to me...

By the way, is this outer or inner? (sorry if noob)

Also, where can I get this done ASAP?

[UKDavo]

Is this something that would have been seen during a major service? because they didn't mention it to me...

By the way, is this outer or inner? (sorry if noob)

Also, where can I get this done ASAP?

Literally doing this myself within the next few weeks. I had a pre roadworthy inspection and my mechanic said its a RWC requirement :/.

[Special Air Service]

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Is this something that would have been seen during a major service? because they didn't mention it to me...

By the way, is this outer or inner? (sorry if noob)

Also, where can I get this done ASAP?


Yep they should have spotted that, looks like drivers side inner to me, and no idea where abouts to get it done where you are but goes without saying not at the place that serviced it :facepalm:

[stefcio007]

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Yep they should have spotted that, looks like drivers side inner to me, and no idea where abouts to get it done where you are but goes without saying not at the place that serviced it :facepalm:

I have been in contact with a place close to work, said they'd do it for $188 (all up). I think that sounds reasonable?

[UKDavo]

I have been in contact with a place close to work, said they'd do it for $188 (all up). I think that sounds reasonable?

That sounds very fair! I'm doing it myself and it costing me $90! So $100 labour to save yourself a few hours is good!

[stefcio007]

Getting fixed this Friday.

[stefcio007]

Fixed and ready, also very happy with this mechanic and looks like this will be the place I go to, to get repairs done.

[UKDavo]

Nice work! No more spitting CV grease all over your wheels.

I've gotta wait for my kit to arrive from the UK :(

[stefcio007]

Also got recommendation about the top strut mounts, they are worn but noted that if we replace those then it will put pressure on the next weakest part and wear that out. Better to just do everything at once or wait it out until it gets worse.

[UKDavo]

Yea I'm doing my strut mounts tomorrow just to get it through the Roadworthy.

I'll be using a suspension refresh kit from ECS once I get some coils.