Core support bushing

[Smitty316]

I've been trying to track down a clunking noise whenever I go over a bump in my 09 Ranger. The control arm bushings are new and my mechanic says that it's not in the suspension. I'm wondering if it could be the core support bushings. I put a jack under the core support and lifted it a little bit and an 1/8" gap does open up between the bushing and the frame. I'd appreciate any thoughts on this issue.

Thanks, Smitty

 

[bobbywalter]

unlikely but certainly possible.


no way for me to gauge what you call a clunk.

 

[Smitty316]

unlikely but certainly possible.


no way for me to gauge what you call a clunk.

Thanks, I guess a clunk isn't a very good way to describe it. I can just say that there's something loose that bumps together when I go over a bump in the road. I've also wondered about a worn out shock bushing.

 

[bobbywalter]

shock bushings or spring seats or sway link..

check it all and test it.

 

[SenorNoob]

When you say core support bushing, are ya talking about the front body mount? I feel a picture might be in order.

 

[Curious Hound]

When you say core support bushing, are ya talking about the front body mount? I feel a picture might be in order.

Yeah. I was trying to figure out what a core support bushing is and all I came up with is the rubber grommets that the pins on the bottom of the radiator slip into.

 

[Smitty316]

shock bushings or spring seats or sway link..

check it all and test it.

Thanks, Sounds like like a good direction to go. I've wondered about the spring seats. What do I look for and how do I check them?

 

[Curious Hound]

It’s a plastic piece under the spring to help prevent squeaking noises.