Noise from front tires (wobbling?)

jewi1981

Hello All,

I am the first owner of a 2003 Toyota Echo that has ~158k miles so far. A few weeks ago I noticed a noise coming from both front tires (not at the same time) when I am driving through bumps/potholes. I am not sure if I am right or wrong, but many times when I am driving through a bump (e.g in the parking area where I live), I slow down/stop in front of a bump, and drive through only with one of the front tires. This is when I hear most the noise. Today I drove through with both tires, and there was no noise. What can be the problem? Yes, I will take my car to a car mechanic, I just want to search my options and mainly the cost associated with them and not to be surprised by the estimation. Thank you very much for your input.

JW

capriracer

I suspect CV joints.

Mr_Shiftright

CV joints are one possibility---a loose sway bar or other front suspension wear is also possible of course.

jewi1981

OK, took my car to the service, the said inner front rods (2), and the repair is almost $500. A few hours later they called me and said that also the steering rack (boot?) needs to be changed. Estimation is ~$1500. It was unclear whether the tire rods were included in the price (I think not). They said steering rack is the most important, and they will use a used one, so I will pay ~$1050. And the two tire rods will be fixed later. I was googling for the replacement cost, and not sure if these are realistic. Any idea? Thanks a lot.