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#1
Posted 03 June 2018 - 10:36 AM
I finally got my mini on the road! I've never driven one before so I'm just looking for some advice on what is 'normal' in terms of suspension noises. There seems to be a slight metallic rattling noise from the fronts when I go over bigger bumps in the road... Is this normal? If it isn't normal what could be causing this? (Car is running on standard rubber cones and trumpets)
#2
Posted 03 June 2018 - 11:14 AM
do you have someone who has a mini to drive it for you see what they think
#3
Posted 03 June 2018 - 11:20 AM
do you have someone who has a mini to drive it for you see what they think
Sadly not, I'm the only person around who has one. It sounds almost like something is loose, but I've checked all the bolts and it's all nice and tight.
#4
Posted 03 June 2018 - 12:33 PM
exhaust bracket to gearbox
#5
Posted 03 June 2018 - 01:56 PM
Check the exhaust bracket, also check the tie rod mounts and the engine steady mount incase they've broke off.
#6
Posted 03 June 2018 - 02:37 PM
Check the exhaust bracket, also check the tie rod mounts and the engine steady mount incase they've broke off.
Will do, could ball joints make a rattle too?
#7
Posted 03 June 2018 - 03:25 PM
The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking
#8
Posted 03 June 2018 - 03:53 PM
Thanks, I'll give everything a check over and hope nothing falls off in the meantime...The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking
#9
Posted 03 June 2018 - 05:29 PM
Thanks, I'll give everything a check over and hope nothing falls off in the meantime...The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking
It should be ok, just make sure you check they're right locked
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