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Loud pop. Please help.

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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:09 PM
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Today while driving, I heard a loud pop under the car. Now every time I turned sharply right, or brake hard, I hearth same loud pop. It's definitely mechanical. Not exhaust or something. I checked the entire front suspension. I don't see any bent brackets or cracks in any of the components. Anyone have any ideas??
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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Mine also makes popping noise when braking. I'm baffled by it to and have no clue what's making the noise. Do you have a lift on it ?
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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:17 PM
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I have the teraflex leveling kit, but I've had it for a few months and it's never done it before.
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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:21 PM
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Sounds like a u-joint to me.
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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:24 PM
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Never thought to check u joint. I will now. What does the teraflex level kit consist of? Seen this other day and figured it may have something to do with it

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Old May 20, 2012 | 01:35 PM
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Check the spring to see if it's scratched at all. That might be your problem
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Old May 20, 2012 | 02:01 PM
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Coil isn't scratched
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Old May 20, 2012 | 02:37 PM
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Ball joints will do that and are known to be crappy on the Jk's
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Old May 20, 2012 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by rich1340
Ball joints will do that and are known to be crappy on the Jk's
Noob question, what ball joints?
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Old May 20, 2012 | 02:46 PM
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They are where the steering knuckle attaches tobthe axle c. There is a top and a bottom on each side. Do a search to see if you can find a picture. They are a bit of a pain so be prepared to grab your ankles if you have the dealer do it. I did mine and it was a chore but very doable. I learned all of the little tricks so feel free to pm me any questions if you decide to tackle it yourself.
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