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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 09:42 AM
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Just started hearing a noise from front end this morn. Sounds like drivers side . hard to pin point it. Sounds like a metallic or bunch of ball bearings rolling around. Happening at low speeds. Could it be hubs?
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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 10:11 AM
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Check your u-joints.
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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 10:11 AM
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Checked prior post and thought it can be hubs. I guess i can jack front and check for play. Both tire off ground or one at a time?

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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 10:12 AM
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I would put both up, spin the wheels, look and listen.
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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 10:29 AM
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thanks ill give it a shot.
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