2002 Bounder Diesel front end clunk
Hi all, was wondering if anyone owns or has driven a 2002 Fleetwood Bounder turbo diesel with the Freightliner chassis and noticed a front end clunking? Seems to happen when braking hard. Are these kn...
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kalsbeek wrote:
Hi,
I have had the same issue on both my FL chassis motorhomes.
The problem lies in the rollers that push the shoes into the drums.
The drums need to be removed and the actuator rollers cleaned and lubricated. Google "FL BRAKES" and it shows them.
Suspension bushings are never the issue.
I have done it myself both times and the hardest part is removing the wheel. There are no hydraulics or fluids to worry about.
Good luck and let us know how you make out please.
Freightliner referres to the rollers you mentioned as 'S' cams. When these S cams need lubrication the front brakes will clunk while stopping. Typically just before you come to a complete stop. On our previous mh, on a Freightliner chassis, required the S cams be lube about every 2/3 years.
I don't remember if the S cam lubrication was part of regular scheduled maintenance or performed on an as needed basis.
