Front Wheel noise
 

Hello all,

I have a 2002 Blazer 4WD with 125k on the clock. For the past week or so there has been a noise coming from the right front wheel whenever I am going between 0 and 20 mph. It sounds to me like the bearing is going. Performance hasn't been effected, its not pulling right or wobbling. I called the local dealership for an estimate and they said $575. Does this sound right? I don't really have the money for that availble right now and I don't feel confident enough to try to replace it myself. Is it okay to drive on this for a while or do I risk damaging something more seriously?

Thanks in advance.

I have a noise in the front of mine and just found that the boot on my right front CV joint has fallen apart. Looks like I need to replace the CV joint. Parts are like $60, but I'm sure labor is $400! I'll look into doing it myself. Maybe get a repair manual and start looking.

bearings are simple, but is it a groaning noise or grinding? could also be the front differential partially engaging...

It's definetly not groaning or grinding. The noise is very similar to what I heard when the bearings on the alternator were going, though louder and more annoying...

Its probably the wheel bearing. Its an easy job to do and other than a large 36mm socket for the axle nut there are no special tools required to do the job. You can get a Moog hub assy at Advance Auto Parts and buy it online use promo code 'TRT41' and save $40!! Makes it only $83+tax. That's a lot less than $575:)

I like that cost much better lol. Is Moog any better or worse then AC Delco or the Napa brand hub assy? I figured I might as well compare prices

I go with Moog cause of the warranty. I replace my hubs every 6-8 months on my truck so free is better when it comes time to replace them. I'm not sure on warranty of the others.

timkin is a great brand also