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Old 04-13-2009, 10:19 AM
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Got to drive my Giulietta Spider over the weekend, first time in 17 years!
I was pretty happy, my father got to drive it again too he was happy. Brings back some good memories! I did notice when taking a real sharp left turn I could hear a thump thump thump from the front wheel? Could this be a wheel bearing? I need to rule out a bad tire too. The carbs. need some work also.
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Old 04-13-2009, 10:24 AM
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Good stuff--sorry can't help you with the "thump". Don't do house calls.
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Old 04-13-2009, 10:37 AM
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Could that have been a tire rubing some where? If so, you can limit the steering travel.
Good to see you had the car back on the road.
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Old 04-13-2009, 03:17 PM
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I'll check it out, I doubt it's a tire rubbing my father never had any problems before.
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Old 04-14-2009, 12:10 AM
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Check the tie-rod end - may need replacing, or a shot of fresh grease.
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