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Old Jun 11, 2016 | 07:30 PM
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Rear shocks

Hi all,

I've got a '06 R50 and I replaced the shocks and end links today using the Pelican package. While the car rides so much better now, I have a consistent rattle that almost sounds like a lug nut rolling in a hub cap. Any ideas? All looks good and tight underneath.

Mark
 
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Old Jun 13, 2016 | 11:11 AM
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Either a loose endlink, or an improperly assembled shock. Both of the components you were in contact with would cause that type of noise if not properly torqued or assembled.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2016 | 11:15 AM
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Thanks nkfry, I removed, reassembled and re torqued everything yesterday and the sound went away. Life is good again...
 
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