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caelismadison · 11-28-2006, 04:33 PM

sounds like a possible wheel bearing noise or maybe your tires are cupping, Feel the inside of your tires, do they have a high spot on 1 tread block then low on the next? Try rotating the tires from left to right and see if the noise moves with the tires. Also when driving on a nice smooth road make smooth left to right turns like your swerving back and fourth and see if the noise is less when you go from side to side, a good way to test wheel bearings.

***Digitalfiend*** · 11-28-2006, 07:29 PM

Did you hit something?

BayRain · 11-28-2006, 08:14 PM

...........

krees23 · 11-29-2006, 04:41 AM

I would say it might be a bad wheel bearing, but the noise is usually more pronounced when turning (from my experience)...

***T3h_Clap*** · 11-29-2006, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BayRain

It is funny you mention that because the rear coilovers are exhibiting something strage.

When I have the adjuster spring perch to the maximum height (in range according to KW's website) in the rear, the car is still incredibly low. 12" range. So I have them above the maximum height range at the moment and my car is at 13.2"-13.3".

The performance certainly doesn't suffer, but it is something that I have been meaning to contact KW about.

It still doesn't address the front noises though...

my KW's are at 14" rear. I'm thinking about getting taller springs for the rear.

DoubleURX · 11-29-2006, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eggbread

I cant say how disappointed i am..right now...I have TBE on my sti,

and my subaru dealer wont work on it.....
I need the stock down pipe asap.......im so close to putting my car up for sale after its fixed.............

Find and print out the Magnusson Moss Warranty Act. It describes how the dealer denying the service has to prove the aftermarket part is causing, the part your talking about, to fail.

**nhsilversti** · 12-01-2006, 05:34 AM

my money is on the kw's klunking

yes i said the kw's are klunking. i know of 1 set local and another not so local klunking

***T3h_Clap*** · 12-01-2006, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by DoubleURX

Find and print out the Magnusson Moss Warranty Act. It describes how the dealer denying the service has to prove the aftermarket part is causing, the part your talking about, to fail.

anything power related they can point to causing the failure if it's drivetrain related or cooling system related.

remember dealers are reluctant to work under warranty b/c they don't get paid as much.

if you're not an ass about it and willing to pay for a portion of the work they are more willing to help.

remember there is a chance the added power from your downpipe caused the failure.

***T3h_Clap*** · 12-01-2006, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhsilversti

my money is on the kw's klunking

yes i said the kw's are klunking. i know of 1 set local and another not so local klunking

well it's a good thing KW has a lifetime warranty.

just call them up and tell them the issues and they will help you out as much as possible.

BayRain · 12-03-2006, 12:16 PM

Tomorrow I am doing a test.

I am going to install the stock springs and struts and go for a drive. If the noise is gone, I know it is the KW's. If it is still there, I know I can rule out coilover noise...

I'll let you guys know what I find.

***Got2Boostit2*** · 12-03-2006, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krees23

I would say it might be a bad wheel bearing, but the noise is usually more pronounced when turning (from my experience)...

Based upon the description I'm gonna be +1 on a wheel bearing issue. Too bad no access to chassis ears as that would help pinpoint.

Other option place car on 4 jackstands and run in gear (be very careful).
I use a hoist and run in gear with a super long extension, touch hard parts in the suspect area with the extenstion on the flap of my ear. Be surprised at what you find (hear).

***iTSTi*** · 12-06-2006, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BayRain

Tomorrow I am doing a test.

I am going to install the stock springs and struts and go for a drive. If the noise is gone, I know it is the KW's. If it is still there, I know I can rule out coilover noise...

I'll let you guys know what I find.

How was the test, I'm interested in your results.

Cold days, mine squeak like mofo.

BayRain · 12-06-2006, 11:25 PM

I haven't gotten around to it yet guys. I have had to replace half of my roof the last couple days

Why does it have to be rainy season?

I am hoping I can get around to it tomorrow before it starts raining again on Fri.

11-28-2006, 04:33 PM	#16
caelismadison Amateur STI Driver Car: 06 AW STI Location: Dunedin, fl Posts: 49 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	sounds like a possible wheel bearing noise or maybe your tires are cupping, Feel the inside of your tires, do they have a high spot on 1 tread block then low on the next? Try rotating the tires from left to right and see if the noise moves with the tires. Also when driving on a nice smooth road make smooth left to right turns like your swerving back and fourth and see if the noise is less when you go from side to side, a good way to test wheel bearings. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

11-28-2006, 08:14 PM	#18
BayRain Senior STI Driver Car: 05 Legacy Location: North of the Golden Gate Posts: 324 IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	........... Last edited by BayRain; 07-27-2007 at 08:55 PM.

12-06-2006, 11:25 PM	#28
BayRain Senior STI Driver Car: 05 Legacy Location: North of the Golden Gate Posts: 324 IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	I haven't gotten around to it yet guys. I have had to replace half of my roof the last couple days Why does it have to be rainy season? I am hoping I can get around to it tomorrow before it starts raining again on Fri. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

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11-28-2006, 07:29 PM	#17
*Digitalfiend* Super Moderator Car: 08 DGM STI Fav Mod: My wife :) Location: Brooklin, Ontario Posts: 5,842 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Did you hit something?

11-29-2006, 04:41 AM	#19
krees23 Senior STI Driver Car: 2005 Subaru STi Fav Mod: Cobb Swaybars and Kartboy Endlinks Location: Minnesota Posts: 351 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	I would say it might be a bad wheel bearing, but the noise is usually more pronounced when turning (from my experience)...

12-01-2006, 05:34 AM	#22
nhsilversti Gold Member Car: 06 cgm sti w/ppg dog Fav Mod: RIP 04 psm sti Location: southern nh Posts: 450 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	my money is on the kw's klunking yes i said the kw's are klunking. i know of 1 set local and another not so local klunking

12-03-2006, 12:16 PM	#25
BayRain Senior STI Driver Car: 05 Legacy Location: North of the Golden Gate Posts: 324 IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	Tomorrow I am doing a test. I am going to install the stock springs and struts and go for a drive. If the noise is gone, I know it is the KW's. If it is still there, I know I can rule out coilover noise... I'll let you guys know what I find.