stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 Hi all just a quick question only purchased my 350Z 4 days ago and im still in that awkward hear every noise smell every smell period and my partner pointed out a noise from the car. from my point of view in the driver seat it sounds like its coming from the passanger side rear wheel its a slite ticking sound which increases with my speed and obviously decreases when i slow down .... imagine if their where something stuck on the tyre at a certain point and every time it touches the ground it makes a sound well its sort of like that on inspection their is no sign of affor said and the tyres at the rear are both brand spanking. im not a mechanic but im ok with basic problems . so any ideas would be welcome please. my Z is an 2004 GT pack the coulour is silverstone not that that matters i know that much but i fealt for some reason i should share it with you thanks in advance stivvy..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 Hello and Welcome Could be CV joint "clicking" (or a chipping in the tyre ) I'm sure some more knowlegeable members will be along on Monday to help out Bit quiet here at the moment as they are at the Lakez meet........wish I was Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 thanks for the reply hope its the latter is the cv joint a big problem if it is that or not too much to worry about really trying to enjoy the car......... it well to me looks awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 Clicky rear axle, easy fix, or rear drop links. Clicky axle easy repair, about 2 hours work, talking first hand as I have helped another member get his repaired. Cost £25 for special grease. Drop links. Flood them with spray grease for a quick easy fix. Where are you based? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 thanks for the help im in teeside area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James B Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 I'm fairly certain this is uneven runout on your brakes causing contact. I only know because I've had the exact same thing. It may, or may not be related, but this seems to be a regular thing with EBC discs. Do you know what brand you have? If they are normal, non slotted discs then I would get them down to a specialist and have the DTV measured. Are you getting any vibration when braking from high speeds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 the breaks are brembo and i do seem to have some kind of slight shudder when breaking forgive me what is DTV ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 the breaks are brembo and i do seem to have some kind of slight shudder when breaking forgive me what is DTV ? Disc Thickness Variation.........its posh for 'bollocksed warped disc' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manphibian Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 the breaks are brembo and i do seem to have some kind of slight shudder when breaking forgive me what is DTV ? Disc Thickness Variation.........its posh for 'bollocksed warped disc' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted June 25, 2011 Share Posted June 25, 2011 thanks for the help I'm in tee side area your not far from falcon performance, excellent garage would recommend highly, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 that makes sence a freind of mine who has more of an idea about cars than me suggested that the discs could be warped cheers manphibian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 25, 2011 Author Share Posted June 25, 2011 the thing is the car is under warrenty so i know they will fob me off and ive only had it 4 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccaman Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Brakes sound a good place to start looking. CV joint problem clicks on initial movement forward or back, don't think it can be heard after that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am in Hartlepool next week, working at sealsands, and Vopak fuel terminals, staying at the Hillcarter hotel, I can always have a look for you one evening if you like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James B Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 the thing is the car is under warrenty so i know they will fob me off and ive only had it 4 days You need to get it back to the seller ASAP! After 4 days they can't claim it's natural wear from you driving it. Leave it any longer and your position will only weaken. Only way to fix it is replacement or skimming. If they are skimmed they MUST be done when they are on the car, although I would insist they replace with OEM. Expect resistance but stick to your guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldel Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Yes do go back to the seller, did you buy it private or through a dealer? I had a noise from the front which got quicker as I sped up, turned out to be the metal cover around the back of the brake disc. It had gotten a little bent and was making contact with the disc. Quick grab of it and bent it back a smidgen and noise gone. Best thing is take it back, if no joy with that route get the car up on a jack, take the wheel off and get the disc and hub spinning see where the noise is coming from. As I say I thought mine was a warped disc turned out to be a metal plate just slightly out of line and a very cheap and simple fix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 26, 2011 Author Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am in Hartlepool next week, working at sealsands, and Vopak fuel terminals, staying at the Hillcarter hotel, I can always have a look for you one evening if you like? thanks i actually live in hartlepool i could easily pop to the hilcarter let me know when is convenient i starting to think its warped discs as the car does have a very slight shudder under breaking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 26, 2011 Author Share Posted June 26, 2011 Yes do go back to the seller, did you buy it private or through a dealer? I had a noise from the front which got quicker as I sped up, turned out to be the metal cover around the back of the brake disc. It had gotten a little bent and was making contact with the disc. Quick grab of it and bent it back a smidgen and noise gone. Best thing is take it back, if no joy with that route get the car up on a jack, take the wheel off and get the disc and hub spinning see where the noise is coming from. As I say I thought mine was a warped disc turned out to be a metal plate just slightly out of line and a very cheap and simple fix i bought the car from a dealer so i guess i have some sort of rights cheers.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am in Hartlepool next week, working at sealsands, and Vopak fuel terminals, staying at the Hillcarter hotel, I can always have a look for you one evening if you like? thanks i actually live in hartlepool i could easily pop to the hilcarter let me know when is convenient i starting to think its warped discs as the car does have a very slight shudder under breaking Tuesday evening carpark behind the hotel at 7pm?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am in Hartlepool next week, working at sealsands, and Vopak fuel terminals, staying at the Hillcarter hotel, I can always have a look for you one evening if you like? The hillcarter isnt too bad a hotel, and only a 10 mins walk to the Marina bars and resteraunts Is it this Tuesday you guys are meeting? Oh, and welcome to the OP, I'll keep an eye out around town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 26, 2011 Author Share Posted June 26, 2011 I am in Hartlepool next week, working at sealsands, and Vopak fuel terminals, staying at the Hillcarter hotel, I can always have a look for you one evening if you like? thanks i actually live in hartlepool i could easily pop to the hilcarter let me know when is convenient i starting to think its warped discs as the car does have a very slight shudder under breaking Tuesday evening carpark behind the hotel at 7pm?? yeh 7pm this tuesday would be great i dont want to put you out but thanks for the help ill be their 7 sharp maybe you can shed some light on it for me been back out in the car loving it seams a little better the car had been idle for a while and i think maybe could have been rust on the discs because they appear to be in good nick but like i say im no car expert...look forward to tuesday cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexx Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 I'll pop down then too if it's this Tuesday, give another opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stivvy101 Posted June 26, 2011 Author Share Posted June 26, 2011 I'll pop down then too if it's this Tuesday, give another opinion fine by me the more help the better as far as im concerned mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Tuesday evening carpark behind the hotel at 7pm?? That sounds darn right dodgy lol. Hope you get the problem sorted, zugara comes to save the day again we will have to get you a superhero costume Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zugara Posted June 26, 2011 Share Posted June 26, 2011 Tuesday evening carpark behind the hotel at 7pm?? That sounds darn right dodgy lol. Hope you get the problem sorted, zugara comes to save the day again we will have to get you a superhero costume Ok I will see you there at 7....I wont be in my car, but a van Will, I thought it read dodgy when i posted it........a costume eh?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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