pik

Took the 79 out today, now that my to do list is done.... i guess the car is done, but it still does not feel that way. Anyway took it out for a spin, the passenger rear wheel is significantly hotter than the other wheels.
There is also a "cricket like" noise from that area when driving.

Now I have done a lot to the car, but not really messed with the rear axle at all. So I am thinking maybe sticking brake pads? There is no grinding or vibration, which would seem to rule out a bearing??? I don't know.

What is the likely culprit?

Andy

Gordonm

Usually a dragging brake caliper or a wheel bearing going bad. I would check the caliper first. Have they ever been replaced?

pik

I do not think so. I have had her about 8 years and only just started driving her

kjb13

QUOTE=Gordonm;1582011469]Usually a dragging brake caliper or a wheel bearing going bad. I would check the caliper first. Have they ever been replaced?[/QUOTE]

Gordonm

So it sat for about 8 years or so??? Yes I would definitely suspect a dragging brake caliper. Corvettes of this vintage have calipers that rust and they stop working and seize up. Common problem.

pik

Thanks Gordon, BTW used to live in Westampton, NJ

Gordonm

Obviously not far from me.

I travel out to your area quite often as my job has me covering the mid Atlantic states