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Rumbling sound on right turn*Now With Vids* UPDATED

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Alright so here is my situation. I have a rumbling sound that occurs on a right turn only, and only when I give throttle. I am able to take a turn quickly when not on the throttle and the sound does not occur. I thought perhaps it was a wheel bearing, but my mechanic said it wasn't that. I had both of my CV shafts changed as well as a new spindle assembly (on passenger side only) (bearing, ball joint, etc). I can make a left turn and get on the throttle and there is no issues, only on a right turn while on the throttle.

The sound is more of a rumble noise. A wheel bearing is a squealing sound.

I can't seem to figure it out and it is really bothering me. Is there any suggestions on this?

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UPDATED:

I am going to try and add a little more detail in hopes that someone can help me out here.

I originally took my car to my mechanic for this rumbling sound. I thought it was a wheel bearing. I got a call from him and he said my wheel bearing is fine and it sounds like something with the transmission. I took it to a transmission mechanic and he said my transmission was fine. He said my passenger side CV shaft was done so he changed that. $500 later and my problem was still there.

It has been bugging me so I did some research on what bad CV shafts symptoms are. Sounded exactly what was wrong with mine. So I took it back to the mechanic and got him to change my driver side CV shaft. Still no luck and back to where we started as well as I have an added sound now. Perfect, just what I need.

So my problem in as much detail as I can. This rumbling sound (as well as sometimes like a clicking type sound) which only happens on a right turn and when I am giving gas. It doesn't matter what gear I am in or what speed, it will still make the noise. When I am at a slow roll (15-25 km/h) when I put it in first I feel/hear a clunk type noise. The sound is only apparent while going through the turn and as soon as I straighten out the wheel the sound goes away. I can also feel the roughness in the steering wheel.

Since my driver side CV shaft has been changed I now get a new sound. It happens after 6000 rpm and sounds like a bom bom bom type sound. You can hear the sound I am referring to in the video near the end. If I downshift so my rpms are above 6k rpm I can hear it as well as if I take it up to redline I can hear the same sound, but not until after the 6k mark.

I really just want this fixed. Could it be my differential? If it were my differential I would be able to hear it all the time correct? I am stumped and looking for some advice. Incase anyone was wondering, amsoil transmission fluid is in there.

Vid 1- I am just manually moving the shaft back and forth...is this how it should sound or does it sound like bad news?
http://s44.photobucket.com/albums/f1/Killa9111/?action=view&current=163.mp4

Vid 2- It is hard to hear the sound I am talking about in the video, but is very loud in person. Near the end of the video you are able to hear the bom bom bom sound I am talking about.
http://s44.photobucket.com/albums/f1/Killa9111/?action=view&current=164.mp4

For the fellow canadians, if anyone thinks they could help me out I am located in Mississauga if someone is willing to help me!
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Check your motor mounts...the driver's side and passenger side in particular.

On you on OEM mounts or aftermarket?

I had a torn mount on my passenger side once, it made the rumbling sound during a slow corner - especially when lifting off the throttle then getting back into it.

Hope you figure it out.

-J
Basically - that's what I did...had the car on jack stands so I could get up under there w/ a flashlight. Since your mounts are stock - you can inspect them closely to see if the rubber is torn / split in any places. If so, the mount is probably damaged and needs to be replaced. You might be able to visually inspect some things from the topside under the hood...like the driver's side mount.

Unfortunately - my passenger (base model) mount actually had to be unbolted and lifted up to inspect the rubber portion b/c it is hidden when fully installed. I placed a jack under the motor w/ slight tension as I loosened all the bolts/nuts on the mount. The jack helps to keep the alignment somewhat centered to aid in the re-installation process.

Hope this helps...

-J
Check your motor mounts...the driver's side and passenger side in particular.

On you on OEM mounts or aftermarket?

I had a torn mount on my passenger side once, it made the rumbling sound during a slow corner - especially when lifting off the throttle then getting back into it.

Hope you figure it out.

-J
Glad you finally figured it out haha - damn OEM mounts.

-J
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