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Front suspension knocking sound

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Front suspension knocking sound

Post by jeegnesh » Tue Jul 19, 2016 1:30 pm

The old boy needs some work, mechanic told me I need new ball joints and links.

Was wondering if anyone had rough idea on cost for parts and labour?



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Re: Front suspension knocking sound

Post by jeegnesh » Tue Jul 19, 2016 5:07 pm

I believe thats driveshaft needed each side and probably aligned after that.
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Re: Front suspension knocking sound

Post by X5Sport » Tue Jul 19, 2016 6:35 pm

Well that's Sanj's next few weekends sorted then...... :P
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Re: Front suspension knocking sound

Post by jeegnesh » Tue Jul 19, 2016 11:57 pm

[quote="X5Sport"]
Well that's Sanj's next few weekends sorted then...... :P
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Don't upset him already


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