Hey there guys,
I have been trying to track down a rattle ever since I got this car. At first, that rattle was my only noise-related concern. Now it seems as if the rattle has been joined by a few friends.
Anyway, here is a rundown of my problems. Can anyone help me?
The Rattle
This thing is elusive. It is coming from the back of the car, and from what seems to be a few different spots, even though it is the exact same noise. I walked to the back of my car, and hit my bumper with my fist in various spots. This noise sounds exactly like the way the metal license plate sounds when it hits the bumper, so I secured the plate. Didn't help. Someone suggested that it may be a loose exhaust hanger...or two. Anyway, any suggestions of "common" problems back there that I could check for?
The Squeak
At first I attributed this squeak to bad shocks. I know they need to be changed, but this squeak is beyond shocks. It is loud, annoying, and very persistent. In fact, it is almost just one continuous sqeak coming from the front right side, right behind the firewall. I talked to someone who said that he is almost certain that it squeaks due to the fact that the upper a-frame needs to be lubed. He also says that doing so is a PITA unless you torch a hole through the fender wall or have a certain tool that screws on to the lube fitting and allows you to access it from a different angle. He said for the first time, since it doesnt seem like it has been done before, I should have it done and then, if I want, buy the tool he was referring to. Suggestions?
The Whirr
I noticed this particular noise 3 times. All of the times were when I was leaving my house, going up a slight incline and a curve at about 25 MPH. This sound can best be described as the sound that emits from a leaf blower motor. Just that loud humming noise coming from the engine compartment that stops when I come to the bottom of the hill. When I would hit the accelerator, it would stop, but as soon as I let off the gas it would pick up again. Any thoughts on what this might be? I know I don't have a leaf blower under my hood.
The "Click pop!"
I am not really sure how to describe this noise as anything other than a "pop" whenever I turn. It seems to be when I make relatively sharp turns at relatively low speeds. What is this noise, and what can I do to fix it? Is it something that needs immediate attention?
Those are my noise issues. They are bad enough on their own, but combined they are seriously making me crazy. Especially with only a one speaker radio to try and drown them out...it doesnt work too well. Any info is MUCH appreciated. :1zhelp: Thanks!
Alex
I have been trying to track down a rattle ever since I got this car. At first, that rattle was my only noise-related concern. Now it seems as if the rattle has been joined by a few friends.
The Rattle
This thing is elusive. It is coming from the back of the car, and from what seems to be a few different spots, even though it is the exact same noise. I walked to the back of my car, and hit my bumper with my fist in various spots. This noise sounds exactly like the way the metal license plate sounds when it hits the bumper, so I secured the plate. Didn't help. Someone suggested that it may be a loose exhaust hanger...or two. Anyway, any suggestions of "common" problems back there that I could check for?
The Squeak
At first I attributed this squeak to bad shocks. I know they need to be changed, but this squeak is beyond shocks. It is loud, annoying, and very persistent. In fact, it is almost just one continuous sqeak coming from the front right side, right behind the firewall. I talked to someone who said that he is almost certain that it squeaks due to the fact that the upper a-frame needs to be lubed. He also says that doing so is a PITA unless you torch a hole through the fender wall or have a certain tool that screws on to the lube fitting and allows you to access it from a different angle. He said for the first time, since it doesnt seem like it has been done before, I should have it done and then, if I want, buy the tool he was referring to. Suggestions?
The Whirr
I noticed this particular noise 3 times. All of the times were when I was leaving my house, going up a slight incline and a curve at about 25 MPH. This sound can best be described as the sound that emits from a leaf blower motor. Just that loud humming noise coming from the engine compartment that stops when I come to the bottom of the hill. When I would hit the accelerator, it would stop, but as soon as I let off the gas it would pick up again. Any thoughts on what this might be? I know I don't have a leaf blower under my hood.
The "Click pop!"
I am not really sure how to describe this noise as anything other than a "pop" whenever I turn. It seems to be when I make relatively sharp turns at relatively low speeds. What is this noise, and what can I do to fix it? Is it something that needs immediate attention?
Those are my noise issues. They are bad enough on their own, but combined they are seriously making me crazy. Especially with only a one speaker radio to try and drown them out...it doesnt work too well. Any info is MUCH appreciated. :1zhelp: Thanks!
Alex