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[Closed] Help!!! Suspension knocking

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I have a 2004 Enduro which has a very annoying knock/crack sound from I think the suspension, as if something has moved slightly. It only happens about 5 or 6 times during a ride.The shock/bushings are brand new (Float R) and it had new main bearings about 3 years ago. The BB seems ok, so apart from possibly the rear hub should I get the whole bearing set replaced? Don't really want to do this unless really necessary as it's £80. The bearings otherwise don't seem to have any play. Any ideas much appreciated as it's driving me nuts!


 
Posted : 06/05/2010 5:48 pm
 jedi
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check chain stays


 
Posted : 06/05/2010 5:50 pm
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Thanks Jedi, should I check the bearings at either end of the chainstays then?


 
Posted : 07/05/2010 8:23 am
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yeah and main pivot.


 
Posted : 07/05/2010 8:39 am
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^^^^
THIS

I've seen the chainstays on an Enduro snap as a result of seizure (caused by lack of correct maintenance). Definitely check everything moves as it should.


 
Posted : 07/05/2010 9:42 am
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dont need to go the whole hog with a bearings set, take the whole rear end apart and check each bearing individually - replace any that are rough

mine always went, main pivot then chainstay then seatstay/linkage


 
Posted : 07/05/2010 9:47 am
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3 years is a long time for a set of bearings.

Lads I ride with replace theirs Spesh bearings every year.


 
Posted : 07/05/2010 10:01 am