rear end noise

[BoostedAWD]

So there I was driving along the other day when out of the blue, there
was a noise.

It's coming from the rear driver side, and I can't figure out what it
is. It sounds a lot like a spray paint can rolling across slightly
bumpy concrete.

I did swap rear ends and axles (to a 3 bolt) a couple of weeks ago, so
I checked that stuff first, and everything seems OK. I also put in new
springs and struts, so I checked that stuff as well. I checked all
other connections under there, and those also seem to be up to par.

It only seems to happen when I'm turning left even a little bit, or
driving straight. Turning right stops it.

The only other thing that I could possibly be would be a worn out CV
joint. I don't think that is the problem though, since those usually
producing a clicking sound don't they?

Chris
92 TSi AWD

 

[jtmcinder]

So there I was driving along the other day when out of the blue, there
was a noise.

It's coming from the rear driver side...

My first thought is this:

 

[jtmcinder]

but it's more likely the wheel-bearing.

- Jtoby

 

[BoostedAWD]

bearings were new OEM last year, less than 10,000 miles on 'em. Will check them anyway, it's a DSM.