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Clunking sound in front end when going over bumps - both sides

I have a 2001 Lincoln LS - 8 banger.
I have new struts and upper mounts. All nuts are tight.
Sway bar and bushings are in good shape.
Breaks in good shape, break shield is tight.
Ball joints in good shape and bearings are in good shape.

I cannot find what is causing a clunking sound on both sides when I go over a bump. Has anyone run into this - What is the fix.

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  • Anonymous May 21, 2009

    i hear the same clunk noise and it is not the motor mounts and the suspension doesnt make that kind of noise except strut noise but i just replaced the myself

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    what about inner and outer tie rods ? sometimes they clunk under load but not just checking on the lift with wheels off the ground

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