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thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2018 9:13 pm
by Danny Wilde
Hi all! :D
Today for the first time while pulling out of a parking place I got a "thump" sound from the front end while steering right, no sounds whatsoever while cruising and making slight turns, once I got home I tried steering right and left while stationary and the occasional "thump" happened only while steering right…

As suggested in other posts I've read I checked (with a cold engine) the steering/brake fluid level and it's ok.
I should also point out that one year from now I have completely rebuild all the perishable parts of both front and rear axles and driveshaft, and the 6 has been cruising as smooth as velvet since then 8)

Any guesses on which could be the probable culprit?

Thanks as always for you kind help :D
cheers
Danny

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Thu Apr 26, 2018 11:07 pm
by Brucey
some things to check

- strut top bearings/mounts
- control arm mountings/bolts
- spring seats
- ARB mountings
- steering box mountings (these are notorious for cracking)
- idler arm condition/mountings

if the sound resonates it is likely to be something in or near a spring

cheers

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2018 3:53 pm
by Danny Wilde
thanks Brucey! :D Just went to my mech this morning and had a look underneath, and yes, the bracket of the steering box had unwelded itself from the beam below, will get it re-welded and report the results.
Thanks again!
Danny

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2018 4:14 pm
by GRNSHRK
Danny, while that may work temporarily, what you really need is one of these [-o<

viewtopic.php?f=17&t=29407

Worth it's weight in gold =D>

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2018 4:21 pm
by tschultz
It could be anything from the sway bar end links to loose tie rods to the actual steering box itself. Gotta get under there and look for what's loose. If nothing is loose, liek in my case, it turned out to be the steering box which had the adjustment screw too tight. I had to replace the steering box :x

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Fri Apr 27, 2018 4:53 pm
by GRNSHRK
Uh, Tom, think you missed this statement :-?
the bracket of the steering box had unwelded itself from the beam below
Just sayin' \:D/

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Sun May 06, 2018 9:57 am
by Danny Wilde
GRNSHRK and tschultz thanks for your advice :D , finally managed to get the bracket welded and all is ok again! That bracket reinforcement idea looks really good, definitely will do it if it happens again, unfortunately didn't have enough time to get it built this time round..
Thanks again guys,
another happy ending =D> \:D/
Danny

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Sat May 12, 2018 3:53 pm
by 87Shark
Just my 2 cents. DON'T WAIT to do the steering repair that Ed sells! It is an easy fix and if nothing else, gives you a good piece of mind feeling. I did mine about a month ago ( it wasn't broken, but I tend to drive it a little " aggressively". It is a worthwhile addition that should be done even if your car doesn't need it yet. Remember, we are dealing with almost 30 plus year old cars. :D

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Sun May 13, 2018 11:12 am
by Danny Wilde
thanks for you advice 87shark, as a matter of fact I have a very "cautious" driving stile 8-[ so I guess I'll stick with the "normal" bracket for the moment, but will definitely consider ordering one when the next order to Ed will be done!
Btw really appreciate your advice.. :-)

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Sun May 20, 2018 7:58 pm
by Danny Wilde
Hi guys, here I am again :mrgreen:, after re-welding the bracket the thump sound while steering has been successfully healed. However another issue has arisen which had actually started while the thumping sound had initially showed up but I didn't heed it too much since I was focusing on the thump noise…

After making a full steer to the left or to the right the car stays slightly steered in either direction :-k, then it evens up after slighter steering (in either direction) while going straight..

As stated above one year from now I have completely rebuilt both front and rear axles and driveshaft, maybe there's still some part that needs replacing?

Thanks again for your invaluable help,
Danny

Re: thump/pop sound when steering

Posted: Mon May 21, 2018 12:57 pm
by ron
Danny Wilde wrote: Sun May 13, 2018 11:12 am ....but will definitely consider ordering one when the next order to Ed will be done!
I have another order from Ed coming this week. PM if you want one.