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Old 02-09-2008, 12:08 AM
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ok i was driving to work today and i heard a humming sound from my car only when i turn right. i hear the humming sound even when i turn to the right slightly. my car needs axles could that be why? a coworker said it could be some sort of bearing or bushing? i dont know it just pisses me off, i fix one thing and another thing starts to crap out on me. my car isnt lowered at all. if you need more info let me know. please help me out!

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Old 02-09-2008, 05:56 AM
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Is the power steering fluid topped off?

Axles definitely will become noisy when they are bad. When you replace them, also inspect the front suspension components for excessive free play.
 
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Old 02-09-2008, 08:38 AM
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What kind of miles on the odometer? Bearings don't last forever. Did you determine the need for axles yourself, or was this done by a qualified technician? (not to say you are not qualified, I don't know you) An axle, or CV joint typically won't make the type of noise you are describing. That nasty "hum" is usually a bearing.
Stock suspention, stock tires and wheels? You'll find out real quick what the issue is.....after you do your axles, and CV joints.
 
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Old 02-09-2008, 09:18 AM
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Wheel bearings make a humming sound while you drive and a clunking sound when you hit a bump when there going out. Might look into a wheel bearing
 
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Old 02-09-2008, 09:25 AM
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Wheel bearings make a humming sound while you drive and a clunking sound when you hit a bump when there going out. Might look into a wheel bearing
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Old 02-09-2008, 09:49 AM
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power steering fluid is topped off, i driving around with 205/60/15s but ive had them for a few months.my mechanic told me it needed new axles, the boots are all messed up.how much do bearings cost and are they easy to change?
 
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