Date:         Mon, 18 May 1998 20:09:35 -0400
Reply-To:     Martin Jagersand <jag@CS.YALE.EDU>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <Vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         Martin Jagersand <jag@CS.YALE.EDU>
Subject:      Re: drivetrain noise diagnosis...?
Comments: To: smitht@UNB.CA, vanagon@vanagon.com

Tim wrote:
> There have been a few posts lately regarding trans/CV/bearing noises, but
> they all start off with... "I have a noise...."
>
> Can we try a different approach to this?  Would people who have established
> ways of isolating different (vanagon/EV) noises please post their tricks!
> This way a vanagon.com noise checklist/diagnosis FAQ could be built.

Brake noises:

(periodic speed related noises)

Out of alignment/round brake drums, warped disks,

loose pads (hitting the disks)

Too tight adjusters in rear.

Check by jacking up each wheel and try to turn and shake.
Binding during part of the turn, and/or loose
brake components are common sources.


Another note: Sometimes drivetrain noises can also
be confused with or co-occur with suspension noises.
(ie loose suspension will amplify a out-of-balance
noise)

/Martin
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