A Squeal (metal grind...lightly) on left hand turns at moderate high speeds

[barcorebar]

I have a 85 Caterham Live Axle car. Would this possible be a wheel bearing and how hard are they to do. I have an Ital/marina axle.

 

I replaced the big bushing at the rear 500 miles ago along with all others around the live axle. No clunking there.

 

Also. Has anyone ever had their driveshaft loosen up (the bolts) I am getting a slightly loud clunk when touching and releasing the gas at 30-50 (probably cause at high speeds I could not hear). I have not driven the car, but plan on getting into it later this week.

 

Thank you

 

Richard Gibson

Annandale, VA

[Dave W]

Richard

 

My guess is that you did not get the roght pre-load on the new bearings just installed 500 miles goes. Wheel bearings usually have a rumbling nose that changes with RPM. But the clunking could also be a U-joint. Best to jack it up the seven and see if you can find free movement in the pinion or drive shaft.

 

Dave W