lothian

06' Camry LE 4-cyl 140k miles The wheel bearing on this car needs replaced. I lack a shop press, and I'm not the sort who beats on interference fit components. Before I take the car to the shop, I'm researching options and soliciting opinions from those experienced with this sort of repair. I like the simplicity of replacing the complete spindle assembly (knuckle, hub, bearing, dust shield). While pricey, it's much less expensive than the shop, and more convenient for me since the car will be out of service for only the length of time it takes me to do the swap. Thoughts? Opinions?

I hate posts that concern strange engine noises. How does one describe a noise onomatopoetically in sans serif font? Guess it's my turn to try... here goes: '04 Camry 4-Cyl 2.4L DOHC ~58k mi This is my first Camry, so I have zero familiarity with typical issues with this engine, or this make/model/year. I noticed a particular noise several months ago from the front of the engine. It's becoming more pronounced. The sound is a stridulation and definitely not typical gear noise--think tongue trill, or playing card on spokes--though around 150hz. It's tied to RPM--audible immediately at startup and idle; it changes in frequency with increased RPM and disappears above 2500rpm. Ever the pessimist, I suspect the some wear issue under the timing chain cover, like possibly a worn guide. Suggestions? Recommendations?