2001 Ford Escape thump

2001 FORD ESCAPE
13,500 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PACSTER
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whenever it hits a bump i hear a thump,sounds like its coming from front end.my mechanic has replaced both struts and right front axel and still have the same problem.any suggestions?
Oct 8, 2008 at 10:22 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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sway bar end links..... could also be the strut tops (mounts)
Oct 8, 2008 at 7:47 PM
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RACEFAN966
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Has the strut turn plates or mounting plates been replaced? The other thought is maybe the sway bar endlinks or bar to frame bushings. If there is a strut rod it could be the bushing on it. I have those checked and see where that leads you. Thanks and hope this helps
Oct 8, 2008 at 7:47 PM
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