Clunk while turning at low speeds

[GlocK]

My '93 X has been making some terrible clunking noises when I turn left (mostly into my driveway). I also hear the clunks on some right turns, but not as often. Also, I am getting a weird groaning or whirring sound when the truck is idle, it kind of switched from a whir or groan to a screach on occasion. The sound is not loud, but it is noticeable and can get annoying. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[DeRocha]

If the clunk noise feels like it comes frome under your feet then I would suspect worn Radius arm bushings (very common problem). As for the whirling noise I would check all fluid levels (power steering, coolant) to ensure they are not low.

 

[RickPA]

Don't know the setup on yours but check your idler pulley on the serpentine belt for the whir and groan. I just replaced the bearing on my '97. I heard a whine for a while and then a scraping sound and then a sort of squeal. First I thought it was the alternator. NAPA couldn't find the right match for the pulley but had the bearing (even better).