help!

[baynton1991]

Im getting a droning noise coming from the rear of my 2003 172(i think its the left hand side), i assumed it was a bearing but there is no play in the wheel, can any1 tell me how to check the bearing, is it just a case of taking the disc off and having a look? cheers

 

[Dan@M.A.D]

Spin the wheel, If it make a droning noise its the bearing.

 

[baynton1991]

tried it. nothing, my m8 reckons that if the bearing is only just started to make the noise you will only hear it with weight on it while turning

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

Bearings in the disc on the rear IIRC ?

Unless they were only replaced recently (in which case, take them back) it's a nice time to get some new brakes all round before you have major issues.

Brembos and DS2500s (and braided lines) FTW

 

[baynton1991]

does any1 know if i take the disc off is the bearing visible to see if its damaged?

 

[mr.pink87]

Bearing could be internally shagged. Could be leaking grease which would be visible. Does the droning noise become louder/quieter whilst cornering?

 

[baynton1991]

Bearing could be internally shagged. Could be leaking grease which would be visible. Does the droning noise become louder/quieter whilst cornering?

havent noticed m8, it gets louder the quicker im going.

 

[baynton1991]

Bearing could be internally shagged. Could be leaking grease which would be visible. Does the droning noise become louder/quieter whilst cornering?

btw do u really live in wolfsburg??? if so im only 1hr30 away from you. small world lol

 

[mr.pink87]

LOL, where are you mate? Might have a look if you want to?

 

[baynton1991]

hameln bout 40 mins south west of hannover, i think im due new discs anyway so just gona fork out the cash

 

[mr.pink87]

My parents live in the north of Hanover. you can get discs with bearings and ABS-rings quite cheap from a motor factor (OE quality). I could get you a quote from my Renault dealer here aswell as i get discount. Just drop me a PM if you need some help.