Rear end noise when turning

[bigvin]

I am getting a metal to metal clunk when turning. It's coming from the right rear and only hear it when the temperature is cold. I never hear it during warm weather.
Vince

 

[IZwack]

First things first, make sure the wheels are on tight and then check for any loose parts (exhaust pipes, shields, etc..). Then get the tire up in the air and check for any latteral play (which means wheel bearings). After that, check the brake parts. The idea is to check the easiest things first.

 

[bigvin]

I replaced the leaf spring shackles last year and ever since then I was getting the metal to metal noise when turning. More noticeable in cold weather. I checked the shackle bushings in the frame today and found metal to metal wear. I put a heavy coat of moly lubricant on the bushings and haven't heard the noise since. I'm hoping that will fix it.