Strange sound in an 88

[redjay]

Hey all. Ive got an 88 grand marquis and there is this strange "smacking" sound heard sometimes while driving. At first I thought it could the shocks as the car would wobble a little bit and I replaced them. The car drives alot better as the old shocks were totally shot (they couldnt even depress after I took them out) but I STILL hear this noise. It only happens when I drive over an odd bump in the road or there is a dip in the road and still, this only happens from time to time. Nobody Ive talked to can come up with an answer so I figured id try my luck here. Thanks in advance

[redjay]

ok, correction: I think this suspension problem is with BOTH the left and right sides of the front car. Anybody have any ideas??

[niccaleb112602]

Originally Posted by redjay

ok, correction: I think this suspension problem is with BOTH the left and right sides of the front car. Anybody have any ideas??

Check you sway bar links, one could be broke. Also ford had some problems with calipers rattle over bumps.