Clonking noise when I release the brakes

[Paul V]

When lifting off the brakes but still moving I'm getting a clonking noise, it does it with and without the car in gear. I recently had new discs, pads and one calliper fitted so first I’ll check to make sure they are still ok, has anyone else had this type of noise? Any ideas what might be causing it?

Paul

[GreenV8S]

When lifting off the brakes but still moving I'm getting a clonking noise, it does it with and without the car in gear. I recently had new discs, pads and one calliper fitted so first I’ll check to make sure they are still ok, has anyone else had this type of noise? Any ideas what might be causing it?

Paul

Could it be the pads being lifted within the caliper under braking and then dropping back again? The anti-rattle springs should stop this if they are fitted properly (assuming you are still on the original calipers). Would not expect this to be noticeable above walking pace though.

Other possibilities, loose caliper mounting bolts, worn wishbone bushes or ball joint, basically nothing to worry about there then.

[Paul V]

Looks like I’ll be under the car tomorrow then trying to figure it out, the noise is a rather noticeable and would imagine it was more than the pads moving, I did wonder about the calliper bolts though.

I’ve booked up the Snetterton track day so need to sort it reasonably quickly.

[Paul V]

Well looks like it's the wishbone bushes on the drivers side, it has a rather serious amount of movement, looks like the cars off the road until David Batty can fit me in.

[gary judd]

hi paul
did they not pick it up last time it was in. see what i mean they cannot find every thing . all mechanics miss some thing it,s the joy,s of driving. hope it works out well for you.
gary and cerb

[Paul V]

Well I don't think it had the play in it before, I think because the car hasn't been used much and now is getting a fair bit of use, some things are going to break.

Although I did let Mark (Johno) have a quick drive, maybe he’s a jinx

[lavingp]

Paul V said: Well I don't think it had the play in it before, I think because the car hasn't been used much and now is getting a fair bit of use, some things are going to break.

Although I did let Mark (Johno) have a quick drive, maybe he’s a jinx

Any news on Mark's car yet?

[Paul V]

Gearbox is coming out today!