Rattles and Bangs etc

Looks like we may have some work to be done !

So any help will be appreciated -

1 - when free wheeling we have squeak from the rear brakes
2 - when changing gear we have a clunk from the frnt end
3 - oil leak from front of engine

Car is 1750 1971 spider callled Janet

Anyone any idea from my techy explanation

Regards

Gary

Clunks in the drive train are usually one of:-
donut joint needs relpaceing
CV Jouint in the propshaft worn.

Sqeeky brakes might be slightly sticking caliper

Cars name is Janet, currently responds to "B*tch*....

Sorry couldnt resist.

Originally Posted by gazandjan

1 - when free wheeling we have squeak from the rear brakes

So it only squeaks if you touch the brakes when freewheeling, but not under power? I once had an intermittent rear end squeak that was the rear limit straps rubbing.

2 - when changing gear we have a clunk from the frnt end

Sure it comes from the front and not further back in the drive chain? Apart from something obvious like the clutch, check the engine and gearbox mountings.

3 - oil leak from front of engine

Cam cover gasket or head gasket or somewhere else?

Thanks guys -

Oil Leak looks like head gasket.

Had the car up on a ramp and we think its the prop shaft link before the slip dif (They is movment and noise).

The squeak has me total lost, we had no noise at all this weekend, then just gone for a run and we have the squeak again.

When we free wheel down a hill (without braking) it just squeals then when we touch the brakes it stops.

Intresting one this.

keep the comments coming.

Gary

Ps - how dear you say my cars a Bi*ch, however the wife does look round when i say that.

Originally Posted by gazandjan

The squeak has me total lost, we had no noise at all this weekend, then just gone for a run and we have the squeak again.

When we free wheel down a hill (without braking) it just squeals then when we touch the brakes it stops.

Hanging pads, either clean and grease or repair calibers, my quess.

Erik

Squeak could also be from a wheel bearing on the way out..

Why not just leave the oil leak alone? With a bit of luck, some of the oil will find its way onto the brakes and cure your problem........!

For the clunk, either turn up the radio or take the roof down!

This advice could save you hundreds of pounds........

It looks like someone else thinks like me