Ford Transit motorhome

[MEES]

We have just aborted our holiday in our motorhome.
It is based on a Ford transit 2.4TDi . We bought it 'new' 3 years ago but think the chassis might be 2007
It has twin wheels at the back.
I quied rumbling apparently from the back got a lot louder particularly when going slowly.
A German garage replaced a front wheelbearing -has made no difference. £200
they had a fairly quick look at the back wheels and didnt think the back bearing were a problem.
has anyone any ideas?

[ake]

Rear diff failed?

What's the vin number and we can see when the chassis was built?

[scots1_2000]

2.4tdi...rear wheel drive for sure as it's twin wheels axle...differential unit failed by sounds of it... not the worst thing to happen i may add

why did they fit a front wheel bearing when the noise was at the rear?? germans... maybe thought it was VW lol

Anyways some garage eh!.... rumbling....at rear on a twin wheel axle...why did they not even check the Diff....

[Northwest2go]

I'll go with the diff also. Years ago, they used to put sawdust in em with the oil to quiet them down whilst for sale.

[scots1_2000]

I'll go with the diff also. Years ago, they used to put sawdust in em with the oil to quiet them down whilst for sale.

sawdust is probably still used a lot in rear diffs.... does no damage & does work well, done it to a few mk4 pick ups

[Northwest2go]

I'll go with the diff also. Years ago, they used to put sawdust in em with the oil to quiet them down whilst for sale.

sawdust is probably still used a lot in rear diffs.... does no damage & does work well, done it to a few mk4 pick ups

Keep an eye on his name guys, in case he tries to sell a vehicle on here.

[Hallii]

I used to use nylon stockings back in the day, not tights, the crutch area could cause problems. The nylon breaks down and forms a thick jelly sort of paste. No axle noise then.

Geoff

[MEES]

Thanks guys will get VIN number tomorrow
if it is the differencial any idea of cost involved?
My limited expeience with cars I once had wheel bearing go and the sound is similar to that more high pitched and quieter on motorway almost inaudible then on slow work low rumbling,
Husband has had wheels off and checked tyres -nothing obvious.

[madbri]

prop shaft bearing?

[MEES]

The VIN number for our rumbling motorhome is WFOFXXTTFF 7 J61810 Any ideas and if poss idea of cost to repair.

We have already (stupidly) shelled out £200+ if germany for a front wheel bearing which clearly was not the problem and pRobably didnt need doing

Thanks for all your help

margaret

[ake]

Details from etis show the chassis was built in 2007




* Illustration shows model only
Transit 2006-, 2.4L Duratorq-TDCi (135/140PS)-Puma, Frozen White

VIN Number: WF0FXXTTFF7J61810
Type Approval Number (TAN): E1*2007/46*0248
Primary Features
Build Date: 17.09.2007
Vehicle Line: Transit 2006-
Cab Style: Single Cab (2 Door)
Series: 350L Series
Engine: 2.4L Duratorq-TDCi (135/140PS)-Puma
Transmission: 6 Speed Manual Transmission-MT82
Drive: RHD RWD
Axle Ratio: 4.27
Emission: Stage IV Emissions
Air Conditioning: Manual Air Conditioning
Territory: (+)"GB"
Paint: Frozen White

Minor Features
With Low Roof
Roof Conversion Prep - W/O Cab Roof
Less Side Load Doors
With Perforated Cab Back Panel - C
Less Bulkhead
Less Second Unit Body
Less Mesh Headboard 2nd Unit
Less Tailboard Support Straps
With Standard GVM Rating
Otosan (Turkey) Plant Build
With Camper Pack
Less Marketing Flex Prep Pack
Less Special Value Packages
Less Power Equipment Group
Marketing Level 3
With Visibility Pack
With Body Width Package
With Power Front Windows
With All Light Tinted Glass
Less 2nd Row RH Side Window
With Fixed Rear Window
With Heated Windscreen
Less Heated Rear Window
Less Header Mounted Package Tray
Less Rear Compartment Trim Panel
Flr Cvr-Rubber Ins-Extended
Less Headlining
Less Load Floor Covering
Drivers Door Trim - Level 1
Less Rear View Mirror
Large Head/Long Arm Mirror
Less 2nd Row Rear Seat
Less Trailer Towing Attachments
With Door Dead Locks
With Door Entry Remote Control Unit
Less Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Rain Sensor - Fr Windscreen Wiper
With Passenger Air Bag
With Adjustable 'D' Ring Pass Seat
Less Side Underrun Rails
With Spare Tyre Security Package
With Double Rear Wheels
5 X 16" Steel Wheel
Less Wheel Covers
Less Engine RPM Control
Front Axle Rating-Normal
With Heavy Duty Rear Springs
Exhaust Exit Side RH - Middle
Park Brake Between Driver Seat-Door
Power 4-Wheel Disc Vacuum Boost
4 Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System
With Brake Only Traction Control
With Recirculating Heater
Fuel Water Separator Less Sensor
Leather Strg Whl-Air/Bag+Crse Cont
Less Auxiliary Heater
With MPH/KMH Speedometer
With Trip Computer
Less Anti-Theft Alarm
Extra Heavy Duty Battery
With Radio Pre-Equipment Pack 1
Fender Mounted Radio Antenna
High CDX6+AM/FM Radio W/Diversity
Ice Feature Pack 7
Less Telephone Preparation Pack
Less Voice Activated Modules
With Column Stalk Radio Controls
Less Smokers Package
Less Wheel Pack
With Front Fog Lamps
Less Roof Marker/Clearance Light
Less Lighting Packages
With Manual Headlamp Levelling
With Automatic Headlamp On/Off
With Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch

[evans88]

The vehicle is a motorhome and has presumably done a much lower mileage and far easier life than a normal Transit. Should a diff fail at a low mileage or indeed any propshaft bearing? The owner describes a noise like a wheel bearing issue which gets quieter on the motorway but at lower speeds a rumble.

A diff can whine and rumble but so can a bearing so unless anyone else has any ideas it doesn't look as though we can take this problem any further forward.

I presume the original poster is not interested in getting second hand parts so has anyone any idea how much it would cost to replace/repair the diff or the propshaft bearing with any idea on labour times. I've done neither so can't help.

[MEES]

Thanks everyone for your advice so far at least we have a lot more information for when it goes to garage on Monday.
Its done 20,000 miles and will have had longer periods of 'standing' both before we bought it and since than most transits i suspect.

[IAN MEGSON]

Hi. My Transit 125/ 350 with twin rear wheels on each side failed last Friday. Sheared 5 of the six rear wheel studs (see my post added today 20th). Check wheel nuts are tight (especially if you use hub trim covers and cannot keep a regular visual eye on the nuts). Rds, Ian.

[MEES]

Thanks Ian
Ours is in garage at the moment they ar looking at replacing the nearside rear wheel bearings-hope this solves problem but will bring your post to attention of husband