hello, i just brought i brand new mustang gt and ive put 1000 miles on it...whenever i go over railroad tracks or something i big thumping sound comes from the rear, left rear i think...i think i know what it is but i was hoping to get some of your opinions as well...im about to put some new 20's on it but wanted to get the dealer to check it out before i did so they couldnt blame it on the wheels...your opinions would be greatly appreciated...thank you.
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RE: Thumping sound coming from brand new mustang gt
I had the same noise on my white coupe and was told that it was the solid axle and the suspension. I rarely heard it, and it had to be a serious bump for me to notice it. Never had the dealer check it, but was always on my mind. Again, someone told me it was the solid rear axle making the thud. I know there has been a couple of posts on this, but never followed up to see what others had found out. I'd be interested just the same. Hopefully some one will post a reply!
RE: Thumping sound coming from brand new mustang gt
I had a similar problem when I first purchased my car....took it into dealership, and they said it was the front strut mounts...not sure if that helps, but thats the problem i encountered!
RE: Thumping sound coming from brand new mustang gt
Perhaps the muffler? On my car, there is play in the muffler hangers and over big bumps, they hit the body making a thumping noise. A simple check is pushing the muffler upward with some force to see if it moves/possibly makes the noise.
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Flowmaster American Thunder, Welded Pypes O/R H
FRPP 4.10s, Hurst Shifter, SCT w/ BRENSPEED Tune
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RE: Thumping sound coming from brand new mustang gt
I have an 08 GT with 4k and has always made this sound when going over big bumps. I have read about it being mufflers, but I ruled that out on mine. It is kind of funny it only seems to come from one side. I'll check the tire wrench next.
RE: Thumping sound coming from brand new mustang gt
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ORIGINAL: Fullsayl
I found mine to be the spare tire FWIW. If it is under warranty and unmodded yet, take it in
In this case it really doesn't matter if it's modded or not b/c of the nature of the problem. I take my car in for warranty claims with my mods on. The mods really arent the cause of noises or suspension. Now if I blew my engine[8D] you can bet those mods would be off in a second.
Either way I don't think tn_gt has mods yet.
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06 Vista Blue GT 5-Speed
C&L CAI, Steeda Strut Tower Brace, UDPs, LCAs
Flowmaster American Thunder, Welded Pypes O/R H
FRPP 4.10s, Hurst Shifter, SCT w/ BRENSPEED Tune
Shorty Ant.