Possible axle going out??

[PunkST]

So im hearing this loud click sound when making left hand turns. It doesnt sound like a stone caught in the tire. There is no vibration with the sound to indicate its a loose lug nut or wheel bearings. It is rythmic.

 

[scooter123]

Most likely cause could be a CV joint or wheel bearing but for a CV joint it should happen when turning either left or right. That directionality points to a wheel bearing. So that is where I would look first.

 

[PunkST]

I do slightly hear it turning right. It wouldnt suprise me about either being on the way out though

 

[The_Ryan]

While the car is moving or while stopped and turning the wheel?

 

[PunkST]

While car is moving. Seems loudest on left turns.

 

[PunkST]

I have a suspension refresh planned here very soon. And with how crap and cratered the roads are i wonder if my love of 17" wheels and sticky tires killed more than just my dampers.

 

[The_Ryan]

sounds like CV joint/axle to me. Bearings are usually a loud groaning noise that occur or go-away when turning and get louder or quieter the harder the turn is.

 

[PunkST]

Well i guess to be safe i should replace both sides. It only just stared clicking. Im not gonna beat on it. But until i can order the axles they have to hold up.

 

[The_Ryan]

If you want, you don't really have to replace axels in pairs, but doing so is proactive and sometimes the peace-of-mind is worth it,

 

[PunkST]

With how i drive the car. And the miles on it im sure the other side isnt far behind.

 

[PunkST]

Tearing into the car this weekend. Im wondering if its a cracked rotor.... I heard the noise when slowing to a stop tonight as well as turning.