Intermittent single knock when turning?

Tiny
DOLORES BLOCKER
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  • 2001 FORD RANGER
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
I hear a single knock in right rear area when making a left-hand turn and not every time.
Monday, October 17th, 2022 AT 1:59 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It could be the result of a few different things. The most common issue with these vehicles is the rear leaf spring shackle. I don't know where you are located, but these are known to rust and break. When that happens, the leaf spring will hit the bottom of the bed and make a noise.

Additionally, there are stabilizer links and a stabilizer bar that could have play. No matter what, make sure the wheels are tight. That seems to be becoming the new pandemic. People forget to properly tighten them.

I highlighted and circled the shackle. I circled the other things to check for play or damage. Make sure to also check the leaf springs to make sure none are cracked, and the shocks are tight.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

see pic below.
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Monday, October 17th, 2022 AT 7:09 PM
Tiny
DOLORES BLOCKER
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Thanks for your answer, it was a bad bushing in my anti-sway bar. Choked my budget for this month because also my thermostat housing was cracked! $1100 for repairs but I am safe now for numerous out of town medical appts
Thanks again!
Dolores
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Friday, October 21st, 2022 AT 2:22 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

You are very welcome. I'm glad the problems have been resolved. However, I can't believe they charged that much for the repairs. That seems really high.

Regardless, please feel free to come back anytime in the future. You are always welcome.

Take good care of yourself,

Joe
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Friday, October 21st, 2022 AT 9:02 PM

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