I installed this part and when i hit big bumps it makes a clicking sound. is this bad or just normal? Also i installed it with the boot at the top. is that backwards?
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I installed the part on a 2003 dodge dakota 4x4 with the boot towards the top also. I do not get any clicking from the part. In fact, the is no noise or play with my steering what so ever. Check rack and pinion bushings There are two of them and that can cause a noise also on bumps. Bill
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Like Tyler said, the extended side is the top. If it's on backwards, there may be a clearance issue causing the knocking sound. Check the clearance and check both ends to make sure its tightened properly. If it only occurs when hitting large bumps then your shocks or other suspension parts may be to blame also.
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Brady, I installed the same part in my Dakota with the booth up and have no problems. Make sure all the bolts are tightened up properly. Try having someone turn the steering wheel back and forth while you are watching it move and observe if it is moving properly and not making any noise. If it appears ok it could be a shock or some other problem. I hope this helps.Paul D.
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We had the same issue with the clicking but it was the front drive shaft that was the cause. We have replaced the front cv shafts, steering shaft, and front axle due to wear and the front end is tight.
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The side that extends is the top. You will notice that one side is square and the other is more rounded. The square side is the top. As for the clicking I'm not sure why it would click.
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I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct;=j&q;=&e;src=s&source;=web&cd;=1&cad;=rja&ved;=0CDgQFjAA&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dn-kSP58pWvw&ei;=iRq3Uo_5GqiQyAGPk4GoCw&usg;=AFQjCNGLiJ0Kp2aFhCv3_hTs82FXpqIQig I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine.... » Read More I installed one about a year ago. There is no clicking noise, and I don't think it should be doing that. I would suggest you jack it up and have someone lightly move the steering wheel while you are underneath determining where the noise is from (use jack stands to be safe if the truck were to slip off the jack) I believe the boot should be on the bottom. Look at this video, or do a google search as I did before changing mine. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct;=j&q;=&e;src=s&source;=web&cd;=1&cad;=rja&ved;=0CDgQFjAA&url;=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3Dn-kSP58pWvw&ei;=iRq3Uo_5GqiQyAGPk4GoCw&usg;=AFQjCNGLiJ0Kp2aFhCv3_hTs82FXpqIQig « Show Less
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Mine is working fine, I'm guessing the bypass side is grounding it's self. Most likely against the housing. :/
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I think its just a faulty product mine has been making the clicking sound since I got it.
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Do all of yours make that clicking noise when it is on? It seems like it shouldn't make that sound?
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Hi...i had a different problem...my sound was like the pads were glued in the rotors after some breaking times the noise went away. I keep the kit installed and this noise disappeared after couple months of use but this disappointed me. I expect a better performance but its a nice kit!
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I had the same clicking sound (about 10 clicks) before it would come on. I called Samsung service, they had a local repairman call me and set up a repair time. The part was defective, so no charge (capacitor was bad...wrong voltage was used in the capacitor).
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Wow. That's exactly the problem I am left with. I've re-visited my install as I kept thinking that there was something I wasn't doing right. You've actually helped me! Since the original sat flush now I'll dig out the old gaskets and see if it'll seat properly and re-use them. If you find a solution do let me know. Thanks. Jean
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Here is my video showing how I installed and I explain how to tighten each side a little bit until they are snug. Maybe one side is tighter and its not allowing the other side to sit flush. All I get for noise on mine is a slight whistle while going down the road. I want to find some type of spoiler that can go on the front to get rid of the whistle when I am not hauling anything. You could also take them down one at a time and see which one is making the noise. Good luck and feel free to ask any more questions. http://youtu.be/QZcza0KBh9M
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Mine makes a clicking noise too. I wouldn't mind, but the clicking noise is quite loud compared to the machine running on the "Low" setting. I haven't tried this yet, but maybe it only clicks in "Auto" mode? I didn't notice it for the first few days when I had it running on High all the time.
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make sure you have a real catalytic converter otherwise it is loud. the only other problem is exhaust mounts are lower than stock and I have scraped several times.
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Make sure you push the wheels in far enough. If I remember correctly, I had to push really hard; you should hear a big "pop" when that in. Hope this helps.
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Not enough information, look at the rpm on the old one, it probably won't be exactly the same as the new one,but that's ok, as long as it's close within 100-300rpm is ok, I recommend Buying the fan too as the old ones are tough to get off, the set screw breaks inside, this happened to me twice, again, look for your RPM'S and Voltage
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Yes. I think it is normal. Mine does the same thing. Unfortunately the manual doesn't bother to mention it.
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Thanks for the answers. One more question, did any of you did a new install? based on the answers it seems that most or all of you just replace an old/broken board with this one. I am actually looking to do a new installation.
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I installed mine a couple of years ago and they have been perfectly fine since. No ABS issues and not bearing issues. Did the wire get pinched at install? If not, return it.
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First suggestion call the number for service and support. Sounds like it's a carb thing and there are 3 set screws that might need adjustment. Make sure "kill switch" is disengauging.
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I also just bought the laptop and I am hearing this weird clicking sounds constantly! I called tech support and they said it was part of the HDD Protection Settings, so I turned it off and the noise stopped briefly but came back. I think I will have to call again because this is noisier than the 2007 laptop I had before. If it doesn't stop I will return the laptop.