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Biggles1957   
Sat May 20 2023, 11:40am
Joined: Nov 14 2017
Member No: #3337
Location: Leicestershire
 So sometimes I have a strange 'clonk' when taking up the drive. Doesn't do it all the time but typically when you've stopped at traffic lights or a junction then pull away. I've replaced both front drop links but I didn't do the anti roll bar bushes.
Any thoughts chums?
Hattershaun   
Sat May 20 2023, 04:37pm
Joined: Dec 19 2010
Member No: #320
Location: Bedfordshire, UK
 Lower suspension arm rear bush is most likely worn.
onthecut   
Sun May 21 2023, 02:11pm
Joined: Sep 20 2016
Member No: #2793
Location: West Mids
 In the light of my unfortunate experience earlier this year, be sure to check the security of the front lower swivel joint retaining bolts -- particularly if there is any hint of steering wander or tramlining.

The only bush I've had to replace fairly regularly is the one in the bottom of the hub carrier. Citroen say you have to buy the assembly for ££££££, but it is available aftermarket. Again, typically, if it's this one, will be accompnaied by steering wander.

Mike.
Biggles1957   
Mon May 22 2023, 07:07am
Joined: Nov 14 2017
Member No: #3337
Location: Leicestershire
 No steering wander at all and no noises the I go over a bump either.
cruiserphil   
Tue May 23 2023, 10:27am

Joined: Jan 24 2010
Member No: #38
Location: Celbridge
 Hello Biggles1957,

It is possibly what Hattershaun points out. Another test for the rear lower suspension bushing is to allow the car to creep along in idle and apply and release the footbrake sharply. If you get the clunking sound it's most likely the bushes are worn.

Best regards,

Phil C.
Biggles1957   
Tue May 23 2023, 03:31pm
Joined: Nov 14 2017
Member No: #3337
Location: Leicestershire
 Right I'll try that and report back! Thanks!
Biggles1957   
Sat Jun 24 2023, 07:40am
Joined: Nov 14 2017
Member No: #3337
Location: Leicestershire
 All sorted yesterday by Wolsey House Motors. Lower bushes (not the wishbone ones) were shot.
cruiserphil   
Mon Jun 26 2023, 10:40am

Joined: Jan 24 2010
Member No: #38
Location: Celbridge
 Hello Biggles1957,

Thank for the feedback. The cars are tough on those bushes!

Best regards,

Phil C.
 

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