OK! I have a 2008 MS3 with 65,000 miles. I'm ready to start modding this car but, before I start, I've gotta figure out what this damn sound is! I need some help... Basically, I have a small intermittent "clink" that is coming from the front wheel area of the car. It is coming from both sides but at different times. I first noticed it when starting to move forward in 1st gear or backing up in reverse. However, I realized it is not related to letting off of the clutch or pressing the brake. I've read a few threads that state it is a matter of lubing the back of the brake pads / pad retainer clips, or it is clicking valves within the struts, springs rubbing, end links, etc.
So far, I've taken both wheels off, lubed the back side of the pads, tightened everything down, inspected the springs and struts, inspected the sway bar end links, and all seems to be functioning. I've tested alot of the theories I've seen on threads and so far, no solution. If anyone has dealt with the issue, please let me know. I'm ready to hear any new suggestion so I can investigate it. I'm in need of this community's experts.
I've got an FMIC picked out and this is the only thing preventing me from pushing the "proceed to checkout" button.
So far, I've taken both wheels off, lubed the back side of the pads, tightened everything down, inspected the springs and struts, inspected the sway bar end links, and all seems to be functioning. I've tested alot of the theories I've seen on threads and so far, no solution. If anyone has dealt with the issue, please let me know. I'm ready to hear any new suggestion so I can investigate it. I'm in need of this community's experts.
I've got an FMIC picked out and this is the only thing preventing me from pushing the "proceed to checkout" button.
