Some Kind of Front End Noise
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From: Tempe,AZ
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Some Kind of Front End Noise
Here's the deal. I notice whenever I am leaning into a turn or out of the saddle pulling on the handlebars my front end (don't know what part) makes a noise like metal is rubbing something. I have tried widening my brake pads, that didn't stop the noise so I know it isn't that. Could it be a hub or headset problem? I tried tightening the quick release thinking maybe the wheel got loose but that didn't do anything. I can flex my wheel quit a bit just by pushing it side to side. Any ideas?
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From: Los Barriles, Baja Sur, Mexico
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It sounds like when you are putting a sideways force on pedals (pulling on the bars thus pushing on the pedals) you might be inducing chainrub on the front dérailleur. Noises seldom occur where they sound like they are coming from.
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If you are pretty sure the noise is coming from the handle bar area, and it's something similar to a creaking noise as you put stress on the handle bars, then:
Remove the stem from the steerer tube.
Clean and lube the portion of the stem that is inserted in the steerer tube.
Reinstall and stress all you want, the noise is gone!!
Remove the stem from the steerer tube.
Clean and lube the portion of the stem that is inserted in the steerer tube.
Reinstall and stress all you want, the noise is gone!!




