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Clunking sound from front of car mk5 gti

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eoin0706:
Thanks tig202 i think i might try this first as it is an easier option to attempt first,ill reverse and listen for the noise and see if it appears but as i say i have only noticed it small inclines at low speed either on a smooth or uneven surface

eoin0706:
So a little update i had the car in with the chap who fitted the pads,he went over the car and said pads are perfect with not movement,he did however say that there was movement in the track rod ends and suggested to replace them as they were worn.He also said most likely the other problem is 2 very worn rear wish bone bushes and that under pressure thats where the noise is coming from.

He also noticed i have a small  oil leak at the back of the engine coming from the top,is this a common issue?

Thanks again guys :happy2:

r5gtt:
Hi,

Replace the wishbone bushes with an anti lift kit or polyurethane bushes and you can't go wrong.

Regarding the oil leak sounds like the cam cover but the mechanic should have checked that thoroughly as it's easy when on the ramp so you can then take further steps to rectify it. :slap: stupid mechanic.

eoin0706:
Thanks for the reply r5gtt,hopefully i will get things sorted next week when i have a few quid,its seems to be money every few weeks at the moment going into the car.My brother works in car sales so he is going to get the car looked after when the mechanic returns from holidays there regarding the cam cover and other areas.Ill look into the polyurethane bushes for it too and update things when done.

Cheers

Eoin

r5gtt:
No worries eoin, yes these cars tend to eat up money every other week for something or another  :doh:

Why I ever brought it ffs should have just got something  else for the money I paid and sent so far.

Good luck and let us know how you get on.

R5

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