monVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 OK - VR's going to Stealth on Thursday and I took it there last week so they could check the steering rack out in advance. Vince spotted a weeping sump - a result of grounding no doubt - but said it would be OK - just keep track of the oil. I drove back fine no problem - but when I started it today, there seems to be a whirring/light grinding noise from the engine. I checked the oil (which was low), so topped it up and restarted. Momentarily, no noise, then it started again. Not sure if this is linked, but after a slight blip on the throttle, when the engine falls back to idle, I get a slight vibration through the gearlever. Please - I need some guidance on this - I am already praying this is not expensive! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cnut 0 Posted August 21, 2005 the whirring noise wasnt coming from the powersteering pump was it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Not sure - how can I check? Must admit, it sounds more "enginey" to me - plus it stopped briefly after the oil top-up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Any other thoughts - I really don't want to do any more damage if there is something wrong . . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StormchargedVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Clutch release bearing ,maybe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 24v 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Put a screw driver on the head on the left with the handle ontop. Put your ear on the handle. If its engine related you will hear and feel the sound coming through the screw driver. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Had Green Flag out and at first, he thought it may be water-pump, or maybe alternator. It seems to be squeaking and does have that sort of dry water pump noise. There are various squeals and rattles, but the engine itself still seems smooth and seems to rev cleanly. Could this be the dreaded chains need doing?? Car has done only 84K and serviced regularly. If it is this, do they go as suddenly as this - or are there more early warning signs? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monVR6 0 Posted August 21, 2005 Another question - who would be good to get an opinion from? Don't really want to go to VAG as I have no confidence in them and want to avoid their whopping great bills!!! Nic Saran (NSRacing) are just about within a free recovery trip. Anyone have any dealings with them??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monVR6 0 Posted August 22, 2005 OK - taken the VR to alocal garage - they have diagnosed the power steering pump has gone and are going ahead with replacement. All in for about £250. Hope this solves it ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
