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Old 05-19-2006, 01:13 AM
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so today.. i was driving normally to a hawaiin bbq restaurant.. i was on the freeway everything was fine.. i turned into the plaza and when i turned to park all of a sudden it makes a grinding noise.. i was confused and i tested it some more.. and everytime i turn right, i hear a grinding noise ... not sure what it is..can someone help me out here?!/1
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Is it lowered? Wider aftermarket wheels?
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What did you get at the bbq place?
Old 05-19-2006, 10:43 AM
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Nope my suspension is completely stock.. and i ended up not getting anything haha
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Was / is that noise coming from the front or the back?
Old 05-19-2006, 10:56 AM
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it sounded like it was coming from the front
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try looking at the plastic inner wheel wells or plastic covers under the car. Something may have come loose and is rubbing the tires.
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Does it make any difference if you brake lightly while it happens?
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if i brake while it happens... i also hear the grinding.. SOUND LIKE YOU KNOW WHATS WRONG WITH IT!!!
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i went for another drive.. and it seems like its more of high pitched metal grinding sound.. some one please help


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