Odd Ticking Sound

[llll1l1ll]

I searched a little bit for this, but I can't narrow it down.

Anyway, as I'm driving along I hear this "chicka chicka chicka" sound coming from my passenger side front (?) wheel. It's like someone is shaking a Folger's can full of marbles.

I used to think that my control arm was bad; however, I can lightly press the brake and the noise stops instantly.

Is it just time for new pads or is there something else entirely? That tire has significantly less tread than all the others if that helps.

Sorry to ask an annoying question (if it's been asked too much).

Best,

Pete

[llll1l1ll]

So I took off my tire and checked all of the bolts for the caliper and noted that they were all fairly tight.

However, I am able to wiggle the caliper as a whole. It only moves about a millimeter. I do believe this is the cause of the problem.

I guess I need a new caliper?

[shiboujin]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tx1XIm6q4r4

The caliper shouldn't move around. Thats probably the issue. also check that your wheel is on tight. Sometimes the allen bolt that holds the rotor in backs out too.

[fuzzy]

ha i definatly came in here to post a link to that video.

[Doughnut]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tx1XIm6q4r4

lol to the lol to the lol-lol-lol.