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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Suzuki 4x4 Forum => Topic started by: nomaad on March 31, 2004, 12:28:42 AM

Title: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: nomaad on March 31, 2004, 12:28:42 AM

Just recently installed a Calmini lift that replaces pretty much everything in the suspension system.

Problem is when in reverse (only time the noises are noticlble) there is bumping and knocking sound from the passenger front end. At first I thought it my be the spring not seated properly in the upper cup, then I checked the new tie rod ends and ball joints, last night I sprayed down the sway bar with silicone lube and still the noise prevails.

Only in reverse and extreme when the truck is flexed like backing out of the drive. Any ideas????javascript:huh()

Thanks in advance,
Bill ??? ???

Title: Re: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: lil_Truck on March 31, 2004, 04:01:25 AM

Are your tires rubbing on anything in the front?  An agressive tire can make some weird sounds when they catch on something?

When your in reverse it will squaut down the front.  Just a thought.

You could also do the old, "get your biggest friends to get the front end bouncing" and see if you can find it.

Title: Re: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: 1bigtracker on March 31, 2004, 06:51:26 AM

it couldn't be a chiped ring & pinion could it?

stu

Title: Re: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: jagular7 on March 31, 2004, 01:42:14 PM

Are you able to get someone to drive it in reverse with you laying on the ground next to it. Then locate the noise.

However, since there is a lift, recheck all bolts for tightness. Don't forget ds.

Title: Re: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: Kreg on March 31, 2004, 01:54:05 PM

Make sure you re torque all the bolts you loosened when you put the lift in.

I know mine make a few clunking noises before I re torqued the bolts.  It may also be a worn balljoint that attaches to your spindle.


Just some thoughts.

Title: Re: Front end bumping and grinding?
Post by: nomaad on April 01, 2004, 06:08:46 AM

Well I broke down and took to the local offroad shop. 65 bucks for him to find out it was the strut sticking. So I called Calmini and they are replacing it. BunchOgood guys over there at calmini. Can't complain I guess coulda been worse. Thanks for all the input.