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Subject:Suspension noises (Clunks) 1991
From:Rick N
Date:Sun, 27 Nov 2016 01:40:32 +0000

I am a recent owner of a 1991 Vanagon GL Westfalia It has been very well
maintained (I have all maintenance records since new, it was a one owner
vehicle) Every thing seems great, good (...relatively) power, runs clean.

The only issue is the somewhat nasty suspension(?) noises when driving over
rough pavement, manhole covers, dips etc.. The PO said he had it checked
out and gave me a quote for a complete ball joint repair. I have since
brought into a reputable VW shop. This shop determined that the ball joints
and bushings where fine, the only thing that was worn where the sway bar
bushings (which they replaced). It seems to ride a little bit quieter but
the major clunk rattle is still there.

Just wondering if the group would have any ideas of potential causes for
what seems like suspension loose sounding Clunky noises coming from below
the floor (front and back). I am not expecting a diagnosis, just who the
usual suspects would be.

Thanks,

Rick

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