Trying to narrow down front end rub/vibration/sound

Discussion in 'Diagnosis/Help' started by 4thgenceli, May 11, 2011.

  1. 4thgenceli

    4thgenceli Test Dummy

    Busy weekend ahead of me.

    On the list:
    Install poly mount inserts in the '87.
    Identify noise I'm getting from center/right front (more on this later).
    Install remaining axle in Jasmine.
    Complete intercooler pipe assembly and BPV installation (somehow)
    Close up the front end (bumper, grill, headlights,etc)
    Get the damn fuel tank drained and re-installed (if time permits I'll get the new pump wired up with the new relay)



    Now..that noise I'm getting...

    Trying to track it down. For a fact, I know I need to replace the following:

    Front & rear motor mounts (I have new poly inserts Mike bought but never installed)
    Suspension all around (clunks and bounces a lot)
    Alignment



    Now I'm getting some noise from the front of the car. I don't feel it in the steering wheel, but I do on the gas pedal. It 'feels' like a tire rub but I'm not sure. It's defiantly more pronounced when turning left, and all but gone when turning right (it's still there though).

    Just that alone, I want to say wheel bearing. However, its also when going straight (any speed). It doesn't rise/lower with speed, it's about the same at all (unless I'm creeping then I don't hear it). When going straight, if I go over a whoops area (dips,etc) at the bottom of the dip its there. This points me to suspension (which is entirely possibly) is bottoming out on the passenger side causing it to rub the tire. However it's not felt through the steering wheel, only the gas pedal (again, motor mount?)

    Any way I can figure out what it is instead of just throwing $$$ at it to fix it? Either way I'm doing the mounts Saturday, and I'll get to the suspension next check.
     

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