Re: [DML] Re: Clunk (not TAB or axles)

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Clunking noises emanating from the rear of the car during slight body
twisting are usually generated between the fiberglass body and chassis.
Tightening up the body to chassis bolts will usually eliminate this noise.

DMC Joe
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Walter Coe" <Whalt@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2002 1:20 AM
Subject: Re: [DML] Re: Clunk (not TAB or axles)


> > As I recall, there was
> > quite a bit of information exchanged while Walt worked through his
> > noise.
>
> Nope, my car still clunks. I haven't found the problem. I know that my
> battery is loose because a previous liquid acid battery leaked and rotted
> the strap apart. But the clunks that I hear sound more like they are
> echoing through the frame. I know my TABs are fine (although they are
> pre-Toby technology). The next thing to check are my body bolts, but I
> haven't had the time to get that deep into it.
>
> Walt