Helicopter sound when I steer
10-13-2009, 08:57 AM
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Helicopter sound when I steer
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I have had this wierd helicopter sound coming from underneath my car whenever I steer or turn, its more intense when I turn or steer to the left. Also the faster I driver the faster the helicopter sound gets. So I replaced the axles and inspected the wheel bearing at that time and found everything to be ok but it is still making that noise. What could be the issue here? Tie rods or what? Did anybody else have this problem? Any input would be appreciated.
I have had this wierd helicopter sound coming from underneath my car whenever I steer or turn, its more intense when I turn or steer to the left. Also the faster I driver the faster the helicopter sound gets. So I replaced the axles and inspected the wheel bearing at that time and found everything to be ok but it is still making that noise. What could be the issue here? Tie rods or what? Did anybody else have this problem? Any input would be appreciated.
10-13-2009, 09:03 AM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
check tie rods as well as ball joints.. see if they are going bad.. if thats not the case, then check your tires and see if you have any air bumps that are caused by over inflation or bad tires.
10-13-2009, 09:06 AM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
is the sound dependent on speed? faster as you drive faster?
then,its either your tires hitting something or the bearings are going out.
Oh, do you have power steering??
then,its either your tires hitting something or the bearings are going out.
Oh, do you have power steering??
10-13-2009, 02:06 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
its your right front wheel bearing goin out (passenger side front)..the wheel bearing can make noise without having play..and since it get louder when u turn left your puttin more pressure on the right side so it get louder
10-13-2009, 05:37 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
And yes I do have powersteering.
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10-13-2009, 06:44 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
ITS YOUR F!@#ING WHEEL BEARING..thats the only thing that will make that sounds and since u said it get louder as u turn left its your RIGHT wheel bearing...replace it and thank me
10-13-2009, 07:14 PM
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10-14-2009, 09:15 AM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Im replacing the tie rods first and see if its still making that noise if not then wheel bearing time!!
10-14-2009, 02:18 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
dont waste your time and money on tie rods..they will not make that sound...they only make clunking sounds like a low rubble..its your wheel bearing..but it could be in the rear that is a possibilty
10-14-2009, 02:30 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Alright I was thinking to just replace the whole steering knuckle/spindle assembly with a low milage unit instead of getting a new bearing and having a shop press it in, I asked a local shop and he wants 120 for the service plus the bearing will cost me like 30. Anybody else went that route?
10-14-2009, 02:41 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Alright I was thinking to just replace the whole steering knuckle/spindle assembly with a low milage unit instead of getting a new bearing and having a shop press it in, I asked a local shop and he wants 120 for the service plus the bearing will cost me like 30. Anybody else went that route?
10-14-2009, 03:13 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Quick, get to tha CHOPPPAA... Idk what you guys are talking about, if he is hearing the helicopter noise, it just means that its about to take off!! haha, Anyways, im sure it would be the bearings also, idk.
10-14-2009, 03:17 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Dont you need some kind of tool or a press? How did u press yours in?? If I had some kind of guidance or how to I could prolly do it myself too. LMK man.
10-14-2009, 03:34 PM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
you have to use a press.. its a bitch to do.. i never wana do one again lol.. if u have a junk yard near by just go buy a used nuckle from there for like 30buxs and slap it on..
10-15-2009, 08:05 AM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
Yup thats exactly what I was thinking...this may be the cheap...non-PITA way. But getting a used knuckle may bring problems on its own too.
10-15-2009, 11:46 AM
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Re: Helicopter sound when I steer
tru but if ur looking to save a few bucks then this is the way to go.. just inspect the new nuckle and make sure the ball joints and wat not are still good..
