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  1. #1 98gtp mystery front end popping/slamming when turning or going through dips and bumps 
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    so hey folks, well as the title says.. I've got some popping or something somewhere. Seems mostly to be on the right side of the car.when going through a dip it sounds like a quick second where the car just bottoms out, but the shocks aren't nearly thaaat far gone

    Obviously first thing I checked was for cv issues and leaks, but they actually seem pristine considering their age. just a bit dirty, no unusual grease leaking. didn't seem like the crappy splashguard was getting caught up either. I can't physically wobble the shafts around either, so I think I'm good in that department..? Also potentially thought it could be the PS pump.. but it's mostly fine. Pulley does wobble a bit if I put some oomph behind it, but I doubt that's the issue. Now, my expertise is in and around the engine... simply put, I don't know a damn thing when it comes to the rest of the car, haha.

    So, does anyone have any clues/leads on where to start looking?
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    Broken/loose sway bar come to mind.

    Or worn out control arm bushings/ball joints.

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    hmm, I'll look into those. can't complain if either of those are bad, easy enough to swap out
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