do i have a cv axle problem?

2003 TOYOTA COROLLA
16,000 MILES
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GAMECOCK50
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i am hearing a grinding rumbling noise mostly while maintaining speed. you do not hear it under acceleration or if you press the clutch in noise goes away. noise is coming from front drivers side. just noticed about a week ago and seems to be getting worse. especially loud around 40 mph. thanks
Oct 13, 2011 at 2:39 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Does noise get louder when wheel is turned slightly to right? get less turning left?
Oct 13, 2011 at 2:46 PM
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GAMECOCK50
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just checked it. not much difference.
Oct 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Then CV joint suspect inboard
Oct 13, 2011 at 3:53 PM