Rattling on cobblestones

Thanks all, I'll check it with Ritters at the next service.

Ritters estimated $2k for LCA using genuine parts.
I did it in the driveway for the cost of the parts ~900 plus a wheel alignment.
Plenty of help on this site. DieselLSE was very helpful.
Consider it a service part ongoing.

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Originally Posted by 101RRS

I thought special gear was required and not really an option to do at home - that is why it has been recommended to replace the entire arm.

What am I missing - if it was a simple job to replace the bushes then why are not most people doing it?

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I do mine in the drive way with a press tool. Now I have the tool, just the cost of bushes and time. I think about 3-4 hours last time.

May well be the brake caliper sliding section. Is known to do it.
Just rest your left foot on brake pedal to slightly operate the brakes as you are going over the cobblestones.
If the noise disappears then you know what it is! [bigsmile1]

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Originally Posted by jwb

Ritters estimated $2k for LCA using genuine parts.
I did it in the driveway for the cost of the parts ~900 plus a wheel alignment.
Plenty of help on this site. DieselLSE was very helpful.
Consider it a service part ongoing.

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Unfortunately not only don't I have the skills or tools, I don't even have a driveway!

I do have a very large shed but it's literally full of stuff.

Do you need a hoist?

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Originally Posted by Arapiles

Unfortunately not only don't I have the skills or tools, I don't even have a driveway!

I do have a very large shed but it's literally full of stuff.

Do you need a hoist?

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No. A Jack.

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Originally Posted by DiscoJeffster

No. A Jack.

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Plus:
diagnostic tool or way to deflate the air shock
podger 24mm
watch the YT videos
strong 23yo son is recommended!

If the vehicle has an anti roll bar, check the bushes where it mounts to the frame. They can look serviceable, but it only takes a small amount of wear for them to rattle.

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Originally Posted by jwb

Plus:
diagnostic tool or way to deflate the air shock
podger 24mm
watch the YT videos
strong 23yo son is recommended!

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Nope!

No need to deflate air.
Lower vehicle onto jack, pull fuse if so desired.
lift enough to get wheel off ground and remove.
Spray paint old bolt to assist initial realignment
Undo bolts on rear of arm, front is also helpful.
Press out and replace bush.
Refit arm using paint as guide.
Lower to ground for standard ride height position
Torque up bolts

Head to wheel aligner!