| How do you tell if a wheel bearing is bad? |
Subject: How do you tell if a wheel bearing is bad? by skirlin on 2009/2/23 6:26:52 I had a car once with a bent axle and when driven down the road your could feel it and when placed on jack stands the wobble was easily seen. Late last season I think my right rear wheel bearing went bad. Upon acceleration it made a 'thump,thump, thump' sound that increased as I sped up. No sound while coasting or while at steady speed (i.e.: 70 mph on the highway). I tried to move the axle shaft but it was solid. While jacked up I tried to move the wheel by hand but it was solid. I did notice while installing new shocks that the rim is bent (lip). I also noticed the lower control rod has a shiny spot corresponding to the tire. My idea is the bearing is bad causing the tire to contact the control rod while under load. The car has 143K on it. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I have the funds to fix, I just don't want to start throwing money at it hoping to find the problem. Been there done that. Please help. Thanks. |
