When turning right there is a noise?

2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
121,789 MILES • 4.8L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOSHUAWOODY0
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When I turn right it makes a noise but only when I’m in motion not when I’m parked.
Nov 11, 2023 at 6:55 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

How would you best describe the noise? Does it sound like something rubbing, grinding, scraping, or something other?

Also, it can be several things. However, different things such as brake pads, cv joints, brake rotor backing plates and so on all have a different sound, so let me know. If it is loud enough for you to record, do so and upload it for me to hear.

Let me know.

Joe
Nov 11, 2023 at 2:04 PM
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JOSHUAWOODY0
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It’s like a scrapping noise and I found out when I push down on the front end of the truck it makes the same noise.
Nov 11, 2023 at 2:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If it is heard when the vehicle is parked and you bounce it, that sounds like a bushing issue. If you look below, I attached two pics. Pic 1 is an exploded view of the suspension. I highlighted all bushings. You will need to have someone bounce the vehicle while you try to locate the sounds.

In pic 1, I also circled the upper and lower ball joints. If either one is dry, it can cause a noise.

In pic 2, I highlighted the stabilizer link and where the sway bar bushing is located. Note there is one on each side. Place your hand on the sway bar to see if you can fill a vibration when it is bounced. Also, the link can be broken as well. It isn't uncommon, so visually inspect the components.

Let me know what you find. If I could hear it, I may be able to tell what it could be.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
Nov 11, 2023 at 3:07 PM
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