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jfaigle, 3.0L V6, Benld, IL, June 08, 2009, 11:29
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I have U joint going out. Making clunking noise when put into gear, taking off, stopping & turning. What does it take to fix & how much estimate?

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    Andy Y June 10, 2009, 16:31
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    A clunking noise could be a worn motor mount allowing the engine to shift positions. In some cases, the engine may even bump the floor/firewall and you feel it with your feet! If your CV joint(s) are worn/bad, you can hear a clicking when make sharp turns

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