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Clunking sound on rear of car! Different Mechanic opinion which one could be ripping me off?


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RGA1986
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Jun 3, 2015, 3:10 AM

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Hi,
I am currently based in Cyprus with the armed forces and my Cyprus car for around 3 months I have had a loud clunking sound every time I go over a bump. Nothing noticeable led up to the problem but I did buy the car like that with the test drive I didn't go over any bumps. It does not make any noise on a normal road. I have pinpointed this to be from the rear end of the vehicle as it doesn't not make the sound when the front tyres go over it. To fix this I have taken it to an English mechanic who could not pinpoint the problem however has said its nothing major to be worrying about and he will try to pinpoint it in time. Since then I have dropped it off at a airport parking place who offer to take it to a mechanic whilst you travel. The Cypriot mechanic has said the clunking sound is due to all 4 tyres being very worn on the inside and need replacing saying it is dangerous as they could burst at any minute and that the wheel bearings need changing. Just wondering why the difference in opinion and could they be ripping me off?
Car is the following: 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 1.8L 180000 KM.


Discretesignals
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Jun 3, 2015, 4:05 AM

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Tires themselves normally don't make clunking noises. If the tires are worn out or you have cords showing, it is definitely time for new tires. If you feel the Cyprus mechanic is trying to rip you off, get a second opinion from another repair shop.





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RGA1986
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Jun 3, 2015, 4:09 AM

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Thanks for the answer! yea I will :)


Tom Greenleaf
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Jun 3, 2015, 4:10 AM

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Not sure this car is sold to the US in any name so left to basics that still apply.
Noise/clunk running over a bump - right? Take it from there.


Tire wear almost can't be it nor a wheel bearing unless about to fall off and you'd notice that in all kinds of ways if so, so I don't buy the diagnosis so far.


Chances are you can only check so much yourself before getting this fixed but can do some. Just JOUNCE the rear of the car while even parked level and see if you hear any noise.
If yes - suggests suspension parts. Struts and parts on that list.


If no - You may need to hoist it, both rear wheels off ground SAFELY, proper jack stands and level proper surface such that you can get underneath. First while up, spin wheels and push pull in all ways for signs of looseness. Helps if you have a helper to watch or watch while helper does this stuff. Next if nothing need to pry on parts that move. Parts that support weight may not so you may need to know where to place supports while hoisted for where load is on joints still maintaining safety stands now moved as needed for your situation and hoisting things available. This is not a good place (never is) to use the emergency jack that comes with the car. Near all are real junk.
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You probably don't need a mechanic to know you need tyres but the wear pattern now can be telling of what else can be wrong or in need. New tyres IMO always means quickly followed up with a good alignment which may reveal more things unfound to do for safety and get the best out of new tires/tyres - /I/we get names of parts to a point.


In short - I think that diagnosis will not solve your problem noise but may need things anyway as well,


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