Clicking / rattling noise coming from front driver side

98jeeptj

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There is a weird clicking / rattling noise coming from the front driver side of my tj. The nose happens over bumps, and rough parts of the road. (I live in WV so that is most of the roads.) Shocks are about 3 years old, same with Sway bars. Replaced the front U joints 4 years ago. Wondering what it could be.
 
Chock two tires and Jack up the Jeep, spin the front tire listening for noises.
Remove the drivers side front tire, inspect the brake caliper, brake pads and ensure the caliper bolts are tight.
When checking the bolts for tightness; do not crank down on the bolts or you will snap them off or strip the threads.
 
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