Davids Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 Hi, hoping someone can diagnose a vibration/drumming sound. On my 2000 1.8 there is a strange pulsating vibration only between 30 and 40mph, more obvious when uner load ascending a hill. The noise seems to be coming from under the middle/front of the vehicle. Initially i thought it was the VCU prop` shaft bearings, but these have just been replaced (along with the damper ring), with FAG type and correctly lined up. My mechanic friend then found play in the O/S/R wheel bearing and this was replaced but the noise persisted. The vehicle shows no other signs of component failure (IRD, VCU, diff` or gearbox), no clonks,bangs,whines or uneven tyre wear. The tyres were all brand new 4k ago. The fluids in the IRD,diff` and gearbox are still clear since renewal last year and the prop` shaft UJs/front CV are all good. My friendly mechanic has suggested the noise MAYBE a failing front driveshaft or the IRD output shaft bearings but like i say there are none of the other usual symptoms. I`m loathed to spend money guessing at the problem so all suggestions are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EggNChips Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Could it be tyre noise? Freelanders have a habbit of flat spotting tyres causing road noise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I'd check the prop UJ's, maybe try running with the prop off see if that makes a difference. Castellation of the tyre treads is a common thing as EggNChips says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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