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2023 Rivian R1T — single clunk over small sharp bumps

ProjectGarageCommunity StarterDec 26, 20252023 Rivian R1T Quad-MotorQueens

2023 Rivian R1T Quad-Motor, about 59,000 miles. There is one front-end clunk over pothole edges and driveway lips, but larger smooth bumps do not reproduce it. How would you isolate end links, strut mounts, control-arm bushings and ball joints? I am in Queens. I am trying not to assume the first explanation I see online.

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BrakeHauler786Community StarterCommunity StarterDec 27, 2025permalink

Charge curves lie if you don't match starting SOC and temp. Match starting SOC and battery temp if you're comparing 2023 Rivian R1T charge sessions. I'd do that before spending real money. Did the worksheet show tax yet? That's coming from doing this as an owner, not a shop. Happens in gear, not in park, for what that's worth.

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