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Have a grinding noise in front right side of tire have changed rotor and break pads and still makes noise

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Wheel bearing in front right side may be bad if you've replaced the brake rotor already, thats pretty much points to a bad wheel bearing.you can find the new whell bearing at autozone,advance auto,nappa,i don't know how much mechanical knowledge you have, but it's complicated to replace that bearing. suggest you price check.hope this helps and thank you for choosing fixya.com

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Maybe axle or bearing . is the brake shield bent hitting anything? is their any sign of something rubbing inside or rim can you see any marks

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