Saturday and it is cold,
Clicking from the rear of a Spitfire on deceleration may be caused by worn
univeral joints and loose rear axle flange bolts. Using jackstands, check
the driveshaft U-joints and CV joint, differential free-play, axles, rear hub
bearings and rear trunnion bushings. With the car on the ground, check the
rear wheel splay, as a worn or broken rear spring can allow U-joints to wear
prematurely.
Usually, worn rear wheel bearings make a constant low-frequency growling
or rumble and the wheel can be wobbled as the bearings deteriorate. A worn
differential usually makes a higher-frequency howl above 50 mph.
Have fun,
Jeff and your friends at Motorhead
2811-B Old Lee Hwy
Fairfax, VA 22031
(800) 527-3140
Home of daily drivers
http://www.erols.com/mtrhd
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Subj: '76 Spit - noise in rear
Date: 96-03-09 07:07:35 EST
From: don@buster.ngs.noaa.gov (Don Haw)
Greetings:
I have been lurking for weeks and I am getting an urge to tackle the troubles
with my 1976 Spitfire 1500. I am very envious of all you who know how to
completely rebuild a car and I am envious of you who know which end of a
screw
driver to use (sharp end, right?).
I got my first LBC in 1981 ('78 Spit) and when something broke on it I would
take it to the shop and I would say, "It doesn't run, maybe the air is low."
Then I would proceed to take out my Visa card and begin owing on it for
months.
I got rid of the 78 when I ran out of money. I have since picked up a 76
from
my brother(original owner). He just got bored w/ it (how can that be).
I would like to get into fixing my 76 Spit. I want to know all about this
car.
Not just for me, but for my 2 sons (3.5 and 1.5). So here's the problem....
There is a clicking noise in the back. When I push the clutch in and coast
I hear "click.click.click...." Is this noise the wheel beerings? If so,
do I slop grease back there (If I can get the wheel off). Should I inspect
the axle for wear?" Should I drive it until I hear someone shout, "Hey buddy
it looks as if your wheels are going to bend in!" That has happened before.
Any help would be appreciated. You can e-mail me direct if you wish. Thanks
Don Haw
'76 Spit
University Park, Maryland, USA
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