Bad pilot bearing?

Fletch124

2jz swapped!
Jul 17, 2005
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There is a speed dependent rotating sound that sounds like it coming from behind the stereo. The sound starts from anywere between 10-20mph and quickens the faster you go. I believe it was changed when the previous owner did a full rebuilt about 6000-7000 miles ago. Is it possible that it went out or is something else? When I had the transmission out a few days ago to do the clutch i felt the pilot bearing and it felt smooth to me. Anyone got an idea?
 

lagged

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since its vehicle speed dependent its not the pilot bearing.

could be the driveshaft carrier bearing, or something up front like a loose ball joint or wheel bearing.
 

Fletch124

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lagged said:
since its vehicle speed dependent its not the pilot bearing.

could be the driveshaft carrier bearing, or something up front like a loose ball joint or wheel bearing.

If it was speed dependent could it be a throw out bearing? I was thinking that it could be a wheel bearing.
 

TurboStreetCar

Formerly Nosechunks
Feb 25, 2006
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when your driving down a streight road, swerve gently from side to side and see if the noise changes, that will tell if its wheel bearings. i doubt it is though, just disconnect the speedo cable from the tranny and see if it goes away