Front end clunking noise

1999 FORD EXPLORER
1,500,000 MILES • 4.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SELWYN1WHITESKUNK
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Changed out CV axles both side right and left.
New sway bar.
New break pads.
New upper control arms both right and left.
New bearings left (driver side).

When driving forward have a clunking noise at the speed of 5-10 mph, gets louder as I increase speed.
Entire front end feels solid, needs alignment.
Jun 4, 2019 at 3:49 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Is the noise only related to speed? In other words, when you speed up does the noise speed up too? Or, does it happen over bumps? Have you safely lifted the front and had a helper spin one wheel at a time to see if there is anything hitting?

A clunk is usually related to a bushing and noticed when brakes are applied or hitting bumps. If the noise is only related to speed, either something is hitting or maybe an axle isn't properly installed.

Let me know if you feel the clunk in addition to hearing it. If you do, do you feel it in the steering or in the seat or floor of the vehicle?

Let me know.

Joe
Jun 4, 2019 at 9:06 PM
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