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Model specific boards => Golf mk1 => Topic started by: vecie78 on 08 May 2010, 22:27

Title: Knocking/clunking when reversing.... Help!
Post by: vecie78 on 08 May 2010, 22:27

Hi all,I am looking to buy my little dream golf mk1 e found one on the web which is described as in great condition and the only bad bit is
a knocking/clunking noise while reversing and doesn't affect the car at all.

Is this "bad bit" that bad?Or I'll be looking in a near future to have major problems with gear box/differential?

Many Thanks

Vince

Title: Re: Knocking/clunking when reversing.... Help!
Post by: raferackstraw on 08 May 2010, 22:55

well a recon gbox is 400, second hand anywhere from 50 upwards, could possibly  be a driveshaft/ cv  prob. my advice is walk away and look for something else what other issues are with the car, if bodywork/engine was good then maybe but if you have to travell any distance then forget it,
bide your time and the right one will come along

Title: Re: Knocking/clunking when reversing.... Help!
Post by: Snoopy on 09 May 2010, 17:50

If its a single clunk/knocking It could of cause be as simple as the brake pads anti rattle springs been missing/broken or worn.

Title: Re: Knocking/clunking when reversing.... Help!
Post by: vecie78 on 10 May 2010, 11:51

Great thanks...that car was beyond my expectations though! :cry:

I think I will keep on looking then....not since I am not good with mechanics...I'd rather spend bit more money for something which sounds mechanically.

Cheers

Best

V