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Posted on Mar 27, 2009

Noise from suspension

Just purchased 2000 discovery. I hear a hollow noise when I go over large bumps. Almost like there is play in the suspension. Is this typical or could this be a bigger problem

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I would check all your suspension pieces to make sure they are tight like radius arms, steering damper, pitman on the steering box, traction bar, shocks, etc. This might be a hard one to diagnose without sitting in the seat with you. You might have a garage or alignment shop give it a quick once over and let you know.

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