Danc Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Hi All, I've just picked up my UK 2003 350Z. On getting home though, i've noticed a clicking sound when the windows are down coming from the rear wheels?. It is only when accelerating in first and second. It's fine going slow over bumps so I think it rules out the suspension.... I'm thinking something in the drive mechanism? Not the best thing straight after buying it but it wasn't noticeable when I test drove it I've done a search but not come across anything obvious... Any ideas?? Any help, much appreciated... Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Hi All, I've just picked up my UK 2003 350Z. On getting home though, i've noticed a clicking sound when the windows are down coming from the rear wheels?. It is only when accelerating in first and second. It's fine going slow over bumps so I think it rules out the suspension.... I'm thinking something in the drive mechanism? Not the best thing straight after buying it but it wasn't noticeable when I test drove it I've done a search but not come across anything obvious... Any ideas?? Any help, much appreciated... Cheers. You have the infamous clicky rear axles Do a search on clicky rear axles as its been covered extensively before PS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 20, 2006 Author Share Posted December 20, 2006 My bad! Cheers Sarnie found the post. Looks like the cars 3 years old tomorrow so will give it a go on the warranty!! Is there anything else worth getting them to check while its in? Its just hit 30k miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 My bad! Cheers Sarnie found the post. Looks like the cars 3 years old tomorrow so will give it a go on the warranty!! Is there anything else worth getting them to check while its in? Its just hit 30k miles. Does your stereo skip in the cold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 20, 2006 Author Share Posted December 20, 2006 I checked that one and its been replaced and seems fine. Besides the problem with the rear axle though, the cars awesome to drive!! Gone through half a tank and I only got it a few hours ago!! Well looking forward to having a go on the tracks... Are there many other members around Herts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I checked that one and its been replaced and seems fine. Besides the problem with the rear axle though, the cars awesome to drive!! Gone through half a tank and I only got it a few hours ago!! Well looking forward to having a go on the tracks... Are there many other members around Herts? SL114 is from Herts I think. He is the resident slag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janoof1 Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 I checked that one and its been replaced and seems fine. Besides the problem with the rear axle though, the cars awesome to drive!! Gone through half a tank and I only got it a few hours ago!! Well looking forward to having a go on the tracks... Are there many other members around Herts? SL114 is from Herts I think. He is the resident slag yes he is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl114 Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 I checked that one and its been replaced and seems fine. Besides the problem with the rear axle though, the cars awesome to drive!! Gone through half a tank and I only got it a few hours ago!! Well looking forward to having a go on the tracks... Are there many other members around Herts? SL114 is from Herts I think. He is the resident slag You called? BTW - I am not the resident slag, i just like my new found freedom and women Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trev-the-Rev Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Danc. Some owners have complained of syncro problems with 5th and 6th so you may want to check that as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 21, 2006 Author Share Posted December 21, 2006 Dammit! Warranty ran out 2 days ago!! Any ideas how much a clicky axle is to put right? Is it worth getting it done at a stealer or can anyone recommend somewhere near north london/herts to sort it? I'm thinking of booking it into Glyn Hopkins Watford unless there are any horror stories? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lomoto Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Sorry no idea on cost's etc. but my mate had his done when it was nearly out of warranty and they ended up replacing the hubs as well because of the difficulty on an old car removing the half shafts Best advice is get a "Quotation" , not an estimate before agreeing to get it done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 21, 2006 Author Share Posted December 21, 2006 Ok, just an update if anyones interested... Been quoted as a worst case £749 to do both sides. They said they knew about an issue with older chassis number and this clicking sound and have put right quite a few. For £749 you get; 2xhousing/wheelbearings 2xrepair kits 2xcv boots 2xdust kits. including labour and vat and they said is about a 3 hour job. Best case is £93.59 per side and for that you get the re-grease and 180degree axle rotation. But these prices are dependent on an initial investigation so maybe somewhere in the middle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Ok, just an update if anyones interested... Been quoted as a worst case £749 to do both sides. They said they knew about an issue with older chassis number and this clicking sound and have put right quite a few. For £749 you get; 2xhousing/wheelbearings 2xrepair kits 2xcv boots 2xdust kits. including labour and vat and they said is about a 3 hour job. Best case is £93.59 per side and for that you get the re-grease and 180degree axle rotation. But these prices are dependent on an initial investigation so maybe somewhere in the middle. It should be one or the other, not in between. They can't half replace parts I'd go with the second one. With this option the clicking will probable return but in about six months or so when you could get it done again and still be in pocket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lomoto Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 It should be one or the other, not in between. They can't half replace parts I'd go with the second one. With this option the clicking will probable return but in about six months or so when you could get it done again and still be in pocket I dont think it works like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 21, 2006 Author Share Posted December 21, 2006 Or constantly drive with windows up and cd player to the max!! ... I know it doesn't work like that either. Hear no evil see no evil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie_350z Posted December 21, 2006 Share Posted December 21, 2006 Dude, if you've just bought the car the dealer must fix the problem no questions asked. It has bugger all to do with the warranty - he's sold you dodgy goods and the law says he must pay. Speak to your local Trading Standards if ya don't believe me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted December 22, 2006 Share Posted December 22, 2006 Worth considering extending the manufacturers warranty - if you still can. Contact your local Nissan dealer for details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danc Posted December 22, 2006 Author Share Posted December 22, 2006 Unfortunately it was a private sale so no come back there. I didnt' know you could extend the manufacturers warranty, I will ask about that. Cheers Doug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 It should be one or the other, not in between. They can't half replace parts I'd go with the second one. With this option the clicking will probable return but in about six months or so when you could get it done again and still be in pocket I dont think it works like that Why not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lomoto Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 It should be one or the other, not in between. They can't half replace parts I'd go with the second one. With this option the clicking will probable return but in about six months or so when you could get it done again and still be in pocket I dont think it works like that Why not? cos once you've turned them 180 degrees ,the next time you come to do it your back to square one plus to me it sounds like a half arsed solution to the problem in the first place.. better to replace a faulty part than try remounting it on to a position it hasnt worn as bad (yet!! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest prescience Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 It should be one or the other, not in between. They can't half replace parts I'd go with the second one. With this option the clicking will probable return but in about six months or so when you could get it done again and still be in pocket I dont think it works like that Why not? cos once you've turned them 180 degrees ,the next time you come to do it your back to square one plus to me it sounds like a half arsed solution to the problem in the first place.. better to replace a faulty part than try remounting it on to a position it hasnt worn as bad (yet!! ) Tim, you're right its a half-arsed (scuse the pun) solution and the cynical one's amongst us might suspect it as a ruse to get across a warranty threshold date. Get it in writing that you don't think it's a proper fix - only replacement will do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 Derrrrrrrrrr. You boys are stupid. The car is out of warranty. Any work is now culpable to the owner. I fully appreciate that the 180 degree turn of the axles is not a permanent fix but it is by far cheaper and by the time the owner comes to sell he may only have had it done once or twice meaning h will be in pocket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lomoto Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 Derrrrrrrrrr. You boys are stupid. The car is out of warranty. Any work is now culpable to the owner. I fully appreciate that the 180 degree turn of the axles is not a permanent fix but it is by far cheaper and by the time the owner comes to sell he may only have had it done once or twice meaning h will be in pocket Your a bodger Sarnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest prescience Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 .... by the time the owner comes to sell he may only have had it done once or twice meaning h will be in pocket Just how many times do you think it will work How much is a new rear driveshaft (half-shaft, axle etc) anyway? I mean compared to a new tyre say - maybe it's a fuss about not much cash? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie_350z Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 my 2p - finally heard back from the dealer and they are replacing both CV joints under warranty - took them ages to work this out (two weeks!). I'm also getting my sound thingie replaced too. Want me to check how much this would cost? I reckon they could tell me that.. parts/labour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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