hi all, i have a small but noticeable metal on metal clank (light, but a clank) that happens right when i press the brake. any ideas? worth checking out or nothing to worry about? thanks in advance.
Tell us more about your car - model, miles, mods, type of pads & rotors, how long since last brake job (if ever). Any idea where it sounds like the noise is coming from? Front? Rear? Left? Right? Is it a "tic" sound, or a real genuine "clank" (like hitting a piece of metal with a hammer)?
Since this is the internet and uninformed opinions are encouraged, I'll take a worn rear swaybar bushing. Here's to hoping the OP follows up with more info. =)
Is this the same noise you spoke about on your 01-07-2010 post concerning the powerflex bushing install? If so I would start again with the suggestions on that post -- ie double check all -- it is so easy to overlook one little bolt or nut. Jack it up, inspect visually and shake - pull - twist on everything possible. Look for metal to metal contact points.
2003 Mini S. Coming from the front. The brakes have been done. I believe in 06, but need to double check that. It's definitely more of a tic and it's coming from the front for sure. Re: Powerflex bushing for the back, those were installed and work fine.