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Suspension Question...?

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Old 09-29-2011, 10:48 PM
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Suspension Question...?

Hey everyone, I just picked up my 05 MCS. I love it, just a pure blast to drive. I have one question though. Whenever I go over bumps at slow speed I have a rattle sounds from the front suspension. It almost sounds like something is loose. I don't get it at high speeds, but almost always when going over speed bumps or small variations in road surfaces. I'm pretty sure it is the suspension. I wish I could describe it better. Anyone have any thoughts on what it could be? I've checked everything under the bonnet and can't find anything loose that would cause the noise. Thanks.
 
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Old 09-30-2011, 06:05 PM
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could you need new control arm bushings?
 
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I've been researching and reading up on the subject and have found that it could possibly be the brake pads not being right and the pins either being worn or missing? Anyone have any thoughts on this?
 
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