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MG MGF Technical - hi just joined in a new owner

hi
all just bought my first mgf its a 1.8i
with 70000 on clock needs some tidying getting a loud clicking or metallic knocking rom front passenger wheel any ideas thanks jason

j skeen

Hi and welcome.

Does the noise vary with roadspeed or is it affected by steering and/or road surface?

My first inclination would be to jack the car up and look for any obvious signs of play in the wheel bearing or suspension arms and joints. At the same time I'd also check the wear on the brake pads and for any stones or debris trapped around the disc and caliper. The pads include a small spring device that screeches when the pad material gets low.
Mike Hall

Something certainly awry here - could be a sheared drop link or a failed ball joint. Certainly merits some close inspection!
Rob Bell

welcome on board :)

could also be a failed lower shocker bush.
Immediate action required in my opinion. Check it ASAP.
Also see for a worn whell bearing, corroded lower arm, gone track rod end.

btw. what is the VIN of your car ?
May be we have it in our register already.

Rgds
Dieter
Dieter

This thread was discussed on 12/07/2010

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