Thumping Sound thru Car Speakers

I am getting a thumping sound when I connect my Itouch 2G to my car stereo jack (3.5mm) This doesn't hAppen when I connect earphones. I can sometimes get it to go away but it's not because of jiggling or turning the connection. No rhyme or rreason why it abates. No consistent time-line for when it stops. Will start again if I disconnect cable and then re-connect.
Anyone have any ideas?
Thanks!!!

I reported this same problem last Oct. Still no response or resolution. I hoped the new software would eliminate the problem, but no such luck. Now my album artwork is wrong on the touch, but shows correct on my MBP. Would REALLY appreciate answer on how to get rid of this ANNOYING thumping sound! Have itouch 2G.
Thanks much!!

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john.grayson wrote:
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http://www.crutchfield.com/ search 'surge'
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