As on my TL-S, I have directional tires. Are you sure you do not have a
left on the right or vice-versa? Does sound like a tire issue.


elus1v wrote:
> No, I changed the tires, I dont believe its a bad tire.
>
> Art wrote:
>> Does it hum and shake at the same time? Could be a bad tire doing both.
>>
>>
>>
>> "elus1v" <ben@spidre.com> wrote in message
>> news:1166298226.018712.123760@73g2000cwn.googlegro ups.com...
>>> Hi guys, i've got a 1999 acura 3.2 TL with 172,000 miles. Just bought
>>> it from a guy that has maintained it very well and im quite happy with
>>> it.
>>>
>>> The only issue that seems to be bothering me right now is that when im
>>> driving above 50 or so, the steering wheel shakes a bit like its not
>>> aligned or something is off balance. Occasionally it doesnt shake at
>>> all... very smooth. I drove on the same road a couple times to make
>>> sure its not a fluke and most of the time, it shakes, but once in a
>>> while it doesnt, so its not road conditions. I have a pretty sensitive
>>> feel when driving so I definately notice the difference, but people in
>>> the passenger seat probably dont. What could be the possible cause,
>>> where do I start to look first? (Cheapest to Most expensive options)
>>> I'm a DIY guy and i've got alot of experience with auto body work, but
>>> not with motors, electrical, and suspension.
>>>
>>> Another issue is at above 40 miles the rear starts humming, a bit
>>> louder than i'd like, is it okay to keep driving for a while? i'm not
>>> sure if its the right side or the left but im pretty sure its the rear.
>>> My friend told me its the rear wheel bearings/hub. How do I Test that?
>>>
>>> Thanks everyone.
>>>
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