1996 Chevrolet S-10 Repair Question
Topics covered: Noise, Ball joint, Backing plate.
Mileage: 18,245 miles.
Mileage: 18,245 miles.
Asked on November 20, 2011
Grinding noise from front end. I've replaced caliper, rotor, both inner&outer wheel berrings, tie rods, strut bar links, everything besides the balll joints., but I've never heard a ball joint grind this bad... can anyone please help?
Grinding noise from front end. I've replaced caliper, rotor, both inner&outer wheel berrings, tie rods, all but ball joints; could that be the problem? Never heard a ball joint grind this loud.
Asked by jbaer2390Answer
Replied on November 20, 2011
Are we talking about a rolling noise that only occurs when the car is moving or a noise triggered by turning from a still position?
Replied on November 20, 2011
Occurs when driving and when I turn
Replied on November 20, 2011
That doesn't answer my question. Does the car have to be rolling to create the noise?
Replied on November 20, 2011
yes car has to be moving to create the noise
Replied on November 20, 2011
OK, that eliminates ball joints. That leaves you with tires, front or rear bearings or something contacting the rotor as it turns like the backing plate being too close.
Replied on November 20, 2011
I replaced the wheel berrings (inner&outer) and took the backing plate off so it wouldn't touch the rotor. And the tires are new. Any other ideas?
Replied on November 20, 2011
No, there are no there rotating parts. You seem to be ignoring the rear which could be your problem.