Why do my brakes sound like a helicopter?
The sound you are hearing is related to the tires moving from what it sounds. The first thing to inspect is proper tire inflation. Tires make strange noises when they are low or damaged. A bad brake, warped caliper or rotor, or issues with the parking brake can all cause noises related to the tires rotating.
Why does my right front tire make a flapping noise?
If you still cannot find any defect in the tire, rotate the right front tire and wheel to the right rear and see if the noise moves with it. Get back to us if you have eliminated the tire as the source of the noise.
What should I do if I hear a flapping noise in my front wheel?
If you do not hear any suspicious noises, take the car to a shop that does “road force balancing”. A machine that does this rotates the wheel while aimulating road forces by pressing a spinning drum against the tire. That can detect internal tire defects that a regular balancer cannot.
Why does my car make a thumping noise when I hit the brakes?
If the groove is interrupted, the shoes snap back, hitting the backing plate. This phenomenon happens very quickly, causing a thumping noise that will drive you crazy and wondering if your car is falling apart or even safe to drive. There are several ways to fix this noise. One is to replace the rear drums.
Why does my car make a grinding noise when I drive?
If you’re hearing a grinding noise when you drive, and you’re not applying the brakes, it could be that the brake pads are worn metal-to-metal. They should be inspected ASAP! Your brakes may be worn away to nothing, and continuing to drive may be dangerous
If you still cannot find any defect in the tire, rotate the right front tire and wheel to the right rear and see if the noise moves with it. Get back to us if you have eliminated the tire as the source of the noise.
If you do not hear any suspicious noises, take the car to a shop that does “road force balancing”. A machine that does this rotates the wheel while aimulating road forces by pressing a spinning drum against the tire. That can detect internal tire defects that a regular balancer cannot.
If the groove is interrupted, the shoes snap back, hitting the backing plate. This phenomenon happens very quickly, causing a thumping noise that will drive you crazy and wondering if your car is falling apart or even safe to drive. There are several ways to fix this noise. One is to replace the rear drums.
If you’re hearing a grinding noise when you drive, and you’re not applying the brakes, it could be that the brake pads are worn metal-to-metal. They should be inspected ASAP! Your brakes may be worn away to nothing, and continuing to drive may be dangerous