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Clunking sound from front left wheel arch. 944 s2

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Old 07-16-2006, 08:35 AM
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Default Clunking sound from front left wheel arch. 944 s2

Hi all,

I've had my 944 s2 for a couple of months now and love it to bits!

In the last couple of weeks I've just started noticing a nasty clunking sound when I turn hard right. I'm pretty sure this is coming from the front left suspension area.

From what I have read, I suspect this could be the ball joint?? The car has done 111K and I don''t think they have been replaced recently. The car handles fine and I haven't noticed any problems with the ride when driving or cornering.

Should I get this checked out as a matter of urgency. If it is the ball joint, is this a big job? is it bad to leave it for a bit?, can I replace just the bad one - or is wise to get them all done at the same time?

Thanks for any help.

Mojie
Old 07-16-2006, 10:44 AM
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i'm with you, mine need replacing as well. i'd love to know if i'm screwing something up!
Old 07-16-2006, 12:42 PM
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I had the same problem on my S2. Turned out to be my motor mounts. You may want to check it.
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Check struts as well.
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for my car, in a few weeks its getting new shocks and struts, it may just be that. thx



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