R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006) Cooper (R50) and Cooper S (R53) hatchback discussion.

R50/53 High speed vibration

Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:54 AM
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High speed vibration

Is there a speed at which you get a vibrartion in the steering wheel? Is it a wheel balance probably or a sign that the engine mount is going bad?
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:55 AM
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Bent wheel. Unbalanced wheel. Alignment issue.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:57 AM
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If it's around 60 mph it's an unbalanced wheel. Easy to fix at any tire place.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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Dont die. It could happen.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 04:25 PM
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could be old tires.....
 
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