06 Montana clunking

[cosmiccharlie]

I have an 06 Montana sv6 that clunks when I start to move forward or reverse. Not when I put it in gear but as I start to move. It also does it when I take off from a stop sign. It doesn't make any noise while driving or turning though. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

[sisson_d]

Originally Posted by cosmiccharlie

I have an 06 Montana sv6 that clunks when I start to move forward or reverse. Not when I put it in gear but as I start to move. It also does it when I take off from a stop sign. It doesn't make any noise while driving or turning though. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Mine has done that (or something similar) for a while. On my '06 sv6 the noise is due to worn bushings on the front control arms. I have been putting off the repair for a little while because no one seems to have front control arms in stock, just the rear. I was able to get good MOOG replacement bushings for about $35, but I'm not looking forward to pressing the bushings. But keep that in mind though. I'm sure the dealership can get them, but they'll probably be well over $100/each. Find a mechanic willing to just replace the bushings if the control arms and ball joints are okay.