DanK Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 (edited) I have a noise in the right front end that I assumed to be a bad wheel bearing. I would get a slight vibration when I would go down the road or making a sweeping left turn. Right turns it quieted down and went away. I had the RF bearing replaced and was told it was bad but the noise/vibration was still there. I thought it must be the transmission (5spd) so I bought a used transmission from one of our forum members. After giving it some more thought, it seems to me that it wouldn't be the transmission. The transmission shouldn't be affected that way. I am in the process of pulling the Right halfshaft and am going to take it to the driveline shop tomorrow to see if it could be the problem. I am also going to bring the one I received with the transmission and see if it is any better, in spite of the torn boot. Any comments? Thanks, DanK Edited October 26, 2010 by DanK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jboymechanic Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Does the noise sound like clicking that increases with speed? If so, most likely a worn axle, pretty common for these cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad_Brad Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 sounds like a cv going out. which is way common, the rubber boots torn at all? -Nomad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanK Posted October 27, 2010 Author Share Posted October 27, 2010 (edited) jboymechanic - It's not a clicking sound, more of a steady drone. Nomad_Brad - The boots are in great shape on the axle in the car. The outer boot is torn on the 'parts' axle I have. I haven't removed the axle yet but will take them both to the driveline shop and leave with a re-built unit if necessary. I'll install it and take it for a drive to see if the noise persists. Changing transmission remains the last option. Thanks all. DanK Edited October 28, 2010 by DanK typing error Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2manetoys Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 I've got the same problem on my 92 Loyale. Driving straight or turning left it drones and causes a slight vibration that can be felt in both the steering wheel and the pedals. Turning right it's silent. I've narrowed it down to Axle or Wheel Bearing. Since mine's got 163K on it, I'm replacing them both. There is a great thread in the USRM section of the board on front wheel bearings and another on how to "rebuild" axles. I'd say to replace on or the other, but since you'll be halfway to one job, when you're doing the other, might as well just do them both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92_rugby_subie Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Mine, although way older had the same kinda thing on the right side... Clicking, screeching and that droning noise... So far we've: Tightened castle nut Checked wheel bearings (good) Replaced axle boot Replaced Ball joint New tires I have no more noise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomad_Brad Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 sometimes the cone washer/spacer can be messed up behind the castle nut...check to see if all hardware is properly tighten. some times its the opposite side wheel bearing then you think its coming from.... If it was the cv joints it would be like a click,click click as you turn 1 way or another while in gear and will def get worse and louder, if it constant then that makes me think its something to do with wheel bearings, or maybe a rock stuck in the brake pad?... Good luck and hopefully you solve you problem..... -Nomad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2manetoys Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 OK, I replaced my Drivers side wheel bearings today had already replaced the passenger side) and the noise is GONE! WOOHOO! Now I can hear myself think. That's what it was for me. Hopefully yours is as simple or even easier. Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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