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Old 30th March 2018, 19:42   #11
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Hi,
I had a leaking power steering pump that caused problems that might be similar to these - easy to check - see if there's any weeping of power steering fluid from the pump.
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Old 30th March 2018, 23:27   #12
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Hi, Thanks for the replies. The mechanic pushed open the callipers to double check they are not fouling or causing resistance. He's very honest so I'm in good hands. He mentioned the diff but said problems such as these are normally very obvious and the noise is not consistent with a diff issue. I'll check power steering levels tomorrow. Please can I ask how they would cause these symptoms?

There is certainly some noticeable resistance, a very slight rubbing sound akin to corrosion on brake disks or a very flat tyre (but it's not these). I'm sure it's on the front wheels. Thanks again.
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Old 31st March 2018, 00:57   #13
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I’ve had three sticky calipers over the last couple of years. Easiest way to tell is after driving is touch all the wheels. All the wheels should be quite cool, even after a drive. IF one is quite warm or hot, then it’s likely that caliper is sticking which will cause drag, burning smell etc.

As someone mentioned, I currently have an issue with my front passenger side wheel not spinning freely when car is in the air. I suspect the flexi hose has collapsed internally. I have a replacement on order and this will be changed soon which I hope fixes this issue.
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Old 31st March 2018, 07:47   #15
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Dry c.v joint?
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Old 31st March 2018, 12:24   #16
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Shouldn't make much difference Pete - the cv joints don't do much when the car is travelling in a straight line.
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Old 5th April 2018, 22:20   #17
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Hi.
It was a faulty wheel bearing. I'm collecting the car Friday.
Thanks for the advice.
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