Strange Noise?

Chris_Cool · 17-01-2008, 09:07 PM

Hi,

1991 Mazda 323 Astina SP with a BPT.

I got the car today and noticed that at times when turning there's this odd clunk kind of a sound?

Could this be the CV Joints need replacing? Or what else could be causing this issue? Any ideas/suggestions?.

If I can get the car into the mechanics tomorrow, I'll get them to have a look at it.

Chris

Cosmo Dude · 17-01-2008, 09:16 PM

Sorry but if you have an odd clunk what does a normal clunk sound like?
How did the car pass a RWC with such a problem?

Chris_Cool · 17-01-2008, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cosmo Dude

Sorry but if you have an odd clunk what does a normal clunk sound like?
How did the car pass a RWC with such a problem?

lol, Well it's hard to describe what a kind of clunk it is "so it's an odd clunk lol"

It doesn't do it all the time though, only at times when going around corners.

zappy65 · 17-01-2008, 09:40 PM

could be the suspension, maybe some bushes are worn out or the bump stops are buggered...it could be your CV joints...it could be anything really...

Chris_Cool · 17-01-2008, 09:58 PM

Hmm, I'll see what the mechanics say tomorrow. Apart from that everything else is fine.

Chris_Cool · 17-01-2008, 11:53 PM

Nevermind, I found out what was the problem lol. The suspension haha. I'll deal with it tomorrow or in a week lol. Thanks everyone.

FEM · 18-01-2008, 01:01 AM

its the springs moving on the strut seats.. i posted up ages back about it, thinking it was my new cvs

Chris_Cool · 18-01-2008, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by tinastar

its the springs moving on the strut seats.. i posted up ages back about it, thinking it was my new cvs

hahaha, n00b here remember :P.

Smikey · 18-01-2008, 09:35 AM

How do you fix it? Just incase i ever hear that clunk

Chris_Cool · 18-01-2008, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smikey

How do you fix it? Just incase i ever hear that clunk

I don't 100% remember what Dan said to fix it - was late at night. Something about ruber seats? No idea though. Will speak to him about it later on today.

bourbon · 18-01-2008, 12:18 PM

i say sway bar links...

Chris_Cool · 18-01-2008, 01:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bourbon

i say sway bar links...

The car is at the mechanics now as we speak, they're looking over it and also installing my BOV.

17-01-2008, 09:07 PM	#1
Chris_Cool Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Redcliffe, Qld Car: Mazda Astina 323 SP Turbo and TX3 Posts: 38	Strange Noise? Hi, 1991 Mazda 323 Astina SP with a BPT. I got the car today and noticed that at times when turning there's this odd clunk kind of a sound? Could this be the CV Joints need replacing? Or what else could be causing this issue? Any ideas/suggestions?. If I can get the car into the mechanics tomorrow, I'll get them to have a look at it. Chris __________________ 1991 Mazda 323 Astina SP with BPT. 3inch Turbo back Exhaust System, Front Mount Intercooler, Front Bodykit and Side Skirts, Sitting on superlows. Plans: Sound System! Full Respray, Perhaps a new set of mags?.

17-01-2008, 09:16 PM	#2
Cosmo Dude コスモ Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Location: Vic Car: Mazda '95 Astina I4, '86 B2K and '10 3 MZR-CD Posts: 7,888 View Photos By: Cosmo Dude	Sorry but if you have an odd clunk what does a normal clunk sound like? How did the car pass a RWC with such a problem? __________________ My 'stina Hatch

17-01-2008, 09:40 PM	#4
zappy65 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SE Brissy Car: Old: 1989 DOHC Mazda 323 New: Nissan 180SX Type X Posts: 2,135 View Photos By: zappy65	could be the suspension, maybe some bushes are worn out or the bump stops are buggered...it could be your CV joints...it could be anything really... __________________ Today you will die and then you will know what it feels like to live... Straights Are For Fast Cars, Corners Are For Fast Drivers: Colin McRae Visit My Ride: http://www.astinagt.com/forums/vbpic...?do=view&g=319 Come see my deviantness....hehe http://dawnblade.deviantart.com/

17-01-2008, 09:58 PM	#5
Chris_Cool Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Redcliffe, Qld Car: Mazda Astina 323 SP Turbo and TX3 Posts: 38	Hmm, I'll see what the mechanics say tomorrow. Apart from that everything else is fine. __________________ 1991 Mazda 323 Astina SP with BPT. 3inch Turbo back Exhaust System, Front Mount Intercooler, Front Bodykit and Side Skirts, Sitting on superlows. Plans: Sound System! Full Respray, Perhaps a new set of mags?.

17-01-2008, 11:53 PM	#6
Chris_Cool Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Redcliffe, Qld Car: Mazda Astina 323 SP Turbo and TX3 Posts: 38	Nevermind, I found out what was the problem lol. The suspension haha. I'll deal with it tomorrow or in a week lol. Thanks everyone. __________________ 1991 Mazda 323 Astina SP with BPT. 3inch Turbo back Exhaust System, Front Mount Intercooler, Front Bodykit and Side Skirts, Sitting on superlows. Plans: Sound System! Full Respray, Perhaps a new set of mags?.

18-01-2008, 01:01 AM	#7
FEM Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Brisbane's West Car: Familia/Astina GTX Posts: 949 View Photos By: FEM	its the springs moving on the strut seats.. i posted up ages back about it, thinking it was my new cvs __________________ My Story.. http://www.astinagt.com/forums/vbpic...?do=view&g=394[/CENTER]

18-01-2008, 09:35 AM	#9
Smikey AstinaGT Regular Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Sydney Car: BA '97 Astina Posts: 452	How do you fix it? Just incase i ever hear that clunk __________________ Just Do It - Smikey

18-01-2008, 12:18 PM	#11
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