popping noise from underneath

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Jun 28, 2011 | 02:39 PM

cwyates4

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From: Jasper Texas

popping noise from underneath

I've just recently begun to notice a violent pop coming from underneath the corvette. It only happens when the right front or right rear wheel goes through a small dip or hole. It happens when the tire goes down and when it comes up. It sounds comprable to the tire hitting the wheel well, which is not what is happening. It can be felt in the seat as well, like something is hitting underneath. I had the suspension checked out and every component is tight, exhaust doesn't move, ideas anyone? Maybe the transmission mount or cbeam?

Mar 23, 2012 | 12:52 PM

DavidIvey

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From: Albuquerque New Mexico

I have the same noise too, even after I replaced ball joints, outer tie rods and tightend a loose steering rack bolt. Did you solve your problem?

Mar 23, 2012 | 01:15 PM

383vett

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Sounds like it could be a bad shock.

Mar 27, 2012 | 10:59 AM

tlong

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From: Hickory Flat Ga

Look at the sway bar bushing, the end one. It can wallow out and pop. It's in that area. Can you push the car down and make it happen?

Mar 27, 2012 | 11:36 AM

LD85

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U joint will do this too in the rear

Mar 27, 2012 | 03:11 PM

leesvet

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Bushing...end links, even control rod bushings. That popping is the end in a bind then being able to move suddenly.
Look at the sway bar end links F&R.

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