mrbutz1 Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 So, still loving my '94 ES. Runs beautifully. I'm sure this is suspension/strut-related, but thought I would post so I have a better idea before I take it in for service. I always feel like there's a few of you on here who know more than a mechanic. When the car is loaded down, i.e. more than two adults, and I go over a dip in the road there is a LOUD BOOM, like someone's taken a baseball bat to the car body from inside the trunk. Doesn't affect ride quality, steering, braking, or anything but boy is it noticeable. What should I be looking for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amf1932 Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 So, still loving my '94 ES. Runs beautifully.I'm sure this is suspension/strut-related, but thought I would post so I have a better idea before I take it in for service. I always feel like there's a few of you on here who know more than a mechanic. When the car is loaded down, i.e. more than two adults, and I go over a dip in the road there is a LOUD BOOM, like someone's taken a baseball bat to the car body from inside the trunk. Doesn't affect ride quality, steering, braking, or anything but boy is it noticeable. What should I be looking for? Most likely you need new rear struts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcfish Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 So, still loving my '94 ES. Runs beautifully.I'm sure this is suspension/strut-related, but thought I would post so I have a better idea before I take it in for service. I always feel like there's a few of you on here who know more than a mechanic. When the car is loaded down, i.e. more than two adults, and I go over a dip in the road there is a LOUD BOOM, like someone's taken a baseball bat to the car body from inside the trunk. Doesn't affect ride quality, steering, braking, or anything but boy is it noticeable. What should I be looking for? Most likely you need new rear struts. Do all 4 corners, Check the mounts also. Bushings are also a concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKperformance Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Could be something is seized and only releases when there is enough weight to move it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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