Low Speed Wheel Noise
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Low Speed Wheel Noise
I've got a 1998 XL, 5-speed with 96K on the 4.2L V6.
The noises started the day after I put new, meatier Sport Kings on my stock rims. I started hearing a squeaking/squealing noise and some metallic popping sounds from the rear wheels. The noises aren't particularly loud and fade away when I get to 20 mph and/or upshift. The noises speed up and slow down with the wheel speed. Reverse gear has the same problem.
The noise is really annoying at low speeds, like in a parking garage, but doesn't happen at all when rolling in neutral.
Are my new tires to blame or could this be a dying clutch plate?
Any suggestions would certainly be appreciated because just turning up the radio isn't much of an option.
Best regards,
Brandon in Kansas City
The noises started the day after I put new, meatier Sport Kings on my stock rims. I started hearing a squeaking/squealing noise and some metallic popping sounds from the rear wheels. The noises aren't particularly loud and fade away when I get to 20 mph and/or upshift. The noises speed up and slow down with the wheel speed. Reverse gear has the same problem.
The noise is really annoying at low speeds, like in a parking garage, but doesn't happen at all when rolling in neutral.
Are my new tires to blame or could this be a dying clutch plate?
Any suggestions would certainly be appreciated because just turning up the radio isn't much of an option.
Best regards,
Brandon in Kansas City
