Grinding Sound from the Wheels when making a U turn. HELP !

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Discussion Starter · Sep 4, 2001

Guys, i have a 97 6-sp TT with 18" Blitz 03s. When i make a U turn, or when the steering wheel is completely turned in any direction and i go forward a bit, there is a grinding sound from the wheels (i'm assuming)...When i ease the steering off a bit, the sound goes away. This happens at low speed only (Although i havent tested making a full U turn at 100mph haha). Does this sound familiar at all ??? What could the reason be ? Anything serious ? Any help will be greatly appreciated

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V

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MystiqueSupra

· #2 · Sep 4, 2001

Gosh, I'm gonna go out on a limb here.......

but I think its safe to say:

YOUR BLITZ WHEELS ARE RUBBING ON THE INNER PLASTIC LINING IN YOUR FENDER.

common problem with aftermarket wheels.

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Discussion Starter · #3 · Sep 4, 2001

Is that it ? Phew...Thats a relief.. Thanks a lot !!

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HmoobSUPRA

· #4 · Sep 4, 2001

Turn your wheels completely to one side, jackup the car, and look under and see if your tires are rubbing the sides.

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Discussion Starter · #5 · Sep 5, 2001

My friends car did that ... his lugs were looks so the wheel was wobbling a little check that too... better hope its not the wheel bearing

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Discussion Starter · #6 · Sep 5, 2001

The lugs aren't loose in my car, but the wheels were definitely out of balance.. So, i got the front wheels balanced...I'll have to see if the wheels are touching the inside..I'll try it out tonight. Thanks guys !!

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