loud noise at high speed

Jas0nn · 12-11-2005, 06:59 AM

let me preface this question by acknowledging the inherent recklessness of driving at triple digit speeds on public roads; i do however, believe these speeds can be achieved with relative safety with a bit of common sense and prudence.

now for the question: above 120 mph, i just noticed that i am getting a loud buzzing/whining sound coming from the car. not the usual wind noise (and i dont think for the spoiler, though it is an 06 if that helps). it sounds like it might be from the tires, which concerns me because i just put blizzak lm25's on (which are rated for this speed). the odd thing is, it will start to come on at 120, but at 115 is disappears; the sound is light a lightswitch - on, then off. before i take my car to the dealer and ask them to address a concern that only occurs above a very high speed (i hope they dont have to drive my car to look it this), i thought i might see if you guys know. anyone think it is the tires? the car doesnt become unstable at all, but it is very unsettling. many thanks.

BillFromTR · 12-11-2005, 07:08 AM

Side view mirror howl?
Bill

***nandanrp*** · 12-11-2005, 09:27 AM

Strange noise past 120mph!

High Speed noise???

suren27 · 12-11-2005, 10:06 AM

yea sounds like the mirror howl.. i have that too, and since it got colder it comes on earlier... before i never heard it and i had like 130-135 runs.. but now at 120 it comes on and howls like nothing else.. scary the first time but then you sorda get used to it, or stay under the speed when it howls

TeKiZeRo · 12-11-2005, 10:50 AM

Side view mirror howl.

Jas0nn · 12-11-2005, 12:41 PM

i figured that much, but wanted to make sure it wasn't something tire related. thanks guys.

ITW · 12-11-2005, 02:48 PM

attention MODS: this questioin should be in the FAQ's

***Nachos Libres*** · 12-11-2005, 06:07 PM

Consider it moved.

jason bouchard · 12-11-2005, 06:34 PM

i had the same problem with the same tires . . its normal

TEST DRYVER · 12-11-2005, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jason bouchard

i had the same problem with the same tires . . its normal

I'm glad someone brought this up. Iv'e had the same problem. I just bought my STi.

12-11-2005, 06:59 AM	#1
Jas0nn Professional STI Racer Feedback Score: 1 reviews Car: Dolphin Grey B6 S4 Fav Mod: i miss my sti Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 645 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2005	loud noise at high speed let me preface this question by acknowledging the inherent recklessness of driving at triple digit speeds on public roads; i do however, believe these speeds can be achieved with relative safety with a bit of common sense and prudence. now for the question: above 120 mph, i just noticed that i am getting a loud buzzing/whining sound coming from the car. not the usual wind noise (and i dont think for the spoiler, though it is an 06 if that helps). it sounds like it might be from the tires, which concerns me because i just put blizzak lm25's on (which are rated for this speed). the odd thing is, it will start to come on at 120, but at 115 is disappears; the sound is light a lightswitch - on, then off. before i take my car to the dealer and ask them to address a concern that only occurs above a very high speed (i hope they dont have to drive my car to look it this), i thought i might see if you guys know. anyone think it is the tires? the car doesnt become unstable at all, but it is very unsettling. many thanks.

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12-11-2005, 07:08 AM	#2
BillFromTR Spec C Club Feedback Score: 4 reviews Car: Wingless '05 Fav Mod: BOV and MBC Location: Armpit of America Posts: 2,244 IWSTI Addict since: Mar 2005	Side view mirror howl? Bill

12-11-2005, 09:27 AM	#3
*nandanrp* Indiatr0n in yo IWDPL Feedback Score: 11 reviews Car: 05FTW OBP STi My Stuff: Subaru Parts Fav Mod: Brum Brum Location: downtown Chicago Posts: 48,764 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2004	Strange noise past 120mph! High Speed noise???

12-11-2005, 10:06 AM	#4
suren27 Grassroots STI Racer Feedback Score: 5 reviews Car: 05 STi Location: NYC Posts: 575 IWSTI Addict since: May 2005	yea sounds like the mirror howl.. i have that too, and since it got colder it comes on earlier... before i never heard it and i had like 130-135 runs.. but now at 120 it comes on and howls like nothing else.. scary the first time but then you sorda get used to it, or stay under the speed when it howls

12-11-2005, 10:50 AM	#5
TeKiZeRo Spec C Club Feedback Score: 0 reviews Fav Mod: Boost =] Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,082 IWSTI Addict since: Apr 2005	Side view mirror howl.

12-11-2005, 12:41 PM	#6
Jas0nn Professional STI Racer Feedback Score: 1 reviews Car: Dolphin Grey B6 S4 Fav Mod: i miss my sti Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 645 IWSTI Addict since: Oct 2005	i figured that much, but wanted to make sure it wasn't something tire related. thanks guys.

12-11-2005, 02:48 PM	#7
ITW Junior STI Driver Feedback Score: 1 reviews Car: 06 CGM STI Location: Plover, WI 54467 Posts: 92 IWSTI Addict since: Apr 2004	attention MODS: this questioin should be in the FAQ's

12-11-2005, 06:07 PM	#8
*Nachos Libres* Platinum Member Feedback Score: 0 reviews Car: 2005 Mazda 6 My Stuff: Subaru Parts Fav Mod: Car Seat Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 9,284 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2005	Consider it moved.

12-11-2005, 06:34 PM	#9
jason bouchard Professional STI Racer Feedback Score: 2 reviews Car: 06 STI Fav Mod: the driver Location: NJ Posts: 642 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2005	i had the same problem with the same tires . . its normal