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Vibration/Slight howling in front end

Old Oct 18, 2005 | 11:05 AM
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Vibration/Slight howling in front end

I've lately noticed a vibration coming from the front end.... At least I'm PRETTY sure its the front end.

It happens mainly at lower speeds in town, but does persist up to about 50MPH.
I have recently replaced the front U-joints and front differential fluid. Also the front rotors/brakes are new.

Any ideas what it could be? Wheel bearing perhaps?

I can feel the vibration in the fuel pedal and in the steering wheel..

It doesn't seem to happen at highway speeds.

If you are thinking tires.. I'll know for sure on Friday when I put the 315's on.
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Old Oct 18, 2005 | 07:02 PM
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Can low front diff fluid cause this? I just had the right side dump out some fluid..
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Old Oct 20, 2005 | 11:08 PM
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If the vibration started after the work was done to the front axle you probably need to pull it down again and take a look - especially with one side leaking oil. It has been my experience that usually you can tell a bad wheel bearing in turns. When the side with the bad bearing is on the outside of the turn it will be louder. Good Luck!
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Old Oct 24, 2005 | 05:29 PM
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When I had my tires put on I had them check the bearings. The passenger side had a lot of play and the drivers side needs to be replaced.. Its not as bad though.
I just ordered 2 bearings for $165.00 each from Rockauto.

Thanks
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