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A tapping noise on the left rear suspension?

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Old Jul 18, 2010 | 03:24 AM
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A tapping noise on the left rear suspension?

Hi guys,
I've been hearing a metal like tapping sound which i think its coming from the left rear area that's really kinda annoying at times especially when i hit small potholes or when the car sways when i turn.
Anybody experiencing this? I tried to check the back seat where it locks when you recline but i'm not sure where the noise is coming from.
Hope anybody has a solution or better yet knows where its coming from.
Advice is greatly appreciated.
Btw, i have a 2008 MC.

Thanks,

Nick
 
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Old Jul 18, 2010 | 01:28 PM
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I experienced a similar issue after improper installation of my shocks. Do you have any mods to your suspension?
 
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Old Jul 20, 2010 | 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by nickster
Hi guys,
I've been hearing a metal like tapping sound which i think its coming from the left rear area that's really kinda annoying at times especially when i hit small potholes or when the car sways when i turn.
Anybody experiencing this? I tried to check the back seat where it locks when you recline but i'm not sure where the noise is coming from.
Hope anybody has a solution or better yet knows where its coming from.
Advice is greatly appreciated.
Btw, i have a 2008 MC.

Thanks,

Nick

My '08 MC did this same thing last winter.

Worn out rear sway bar bushings. My dealer replaced them for free under warranty. Quiet as new since then.

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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 03:39 AM
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Yes I did change my shocks to koni fsd but i'm really not sure whether i heard the noise even before i replaced them or after. But I'll also have my bushings checked. Thanks guys!
 
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