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Growling that Grates
A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don't. In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle. One...
Published on: Sep 14, 2025
Hansen Auto Body & Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles
The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels. On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025
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Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Hansen Auto Body & Automotive Answer:One possible cause of the problem is a worn...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025
Axle
Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Question:I hear a clunking sound from my front wheel when I make a turn. What could be the problem?Ha...
Published on: Apr 27, 2020
Boots for Your Ball Joint (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)
There's a little part on your vehicle you may not know about, but when it develops a problem, getting it fixed sooner rather than later can save you a lot of money in the long run. Got your attention ...
Published on: Aug 29, 2019
Axles
Your axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels. They’re strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble.
Axles just wear out ov...
Published on: Apr 06, 2019
Hansen Auto Body & Automotive Automotive Tips: Axles
The axle assemblies in your vehicle transfer power out to the drive wheels. On a rear-wheel drive vehicle, there is an axle shaft that goes from the differential in the center of the axle to eac...
Published on: Nov 14, 2017
Axle Service At Hansen Auto Body & Automotive in Stratford
Stratford drivers should know that the axles are the last link in transferring power from the engine to the wheels. They're strong parts that last a long time – but they can run into trouble.
A...
Published on: Oct 04, 2017