still making a thumping noise

1996 MERCURY SABLE
150,000 MILES
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PAM CHAIN
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I recently changed a flat on my car with a used tire and now its still making a thumping noise. what can it be? bearings? some one said it may be the hub and/or bearings.
Apr 4, 2012 at 9:30 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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It sounds like the flat tire has a flat spot which will go away in time.
Apr 4, 2012 at 9:34 PM
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