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Old March 30th 10, 02:47 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.mazda.miata
Christopher Muto
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Default CV Joint Failure?

Ron wrote:
> On Mar 27, 1:07 pm, "Chuck" > wrote:
>> Since the car has an "open" rear end instead of a limited slip, it's
>> possible to jack the side up and block the wheels on the other side,
>> then use a rod or stethoscope to find the noise source. (Engine running, car
>> in gear etc. requires careful attention to safety.)

>
> What good is that gonna do if it's a tire as I suggested?
>
> There is also no way in hell *I* would do that!


is this what he is sugesting?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdRpnK5MGQ8
sounds pretty dangerous to me, but also pretty cool that he had the
nerve to do it and that it worked!
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