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[CG1098]

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)

[racingbob]

do you have someone who has a mini to drive it for you see what they think

[CG1098]

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.

[racingbob]

exhaust bracket to gearbox

[cal844]

Check the exhaust bracket, also check the tie rod mounts and the engine steady mount incase they've broke off.

[CG1098]

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?

[cal844]

The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking

[CG1098]

The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking

Thanks, I'll give everything a check over and hope nothing falls off in the meantime...

[cal844]

The lock tab can rattle in theory... Worth checking

Thanks, I'll give everything a check over and hope nothing falls off in the meantime...

It should be ok, just make sure you check they're right locked