[IlChengis]

Guys,
Every once in a while I need to enter a determined driveway (very steep).

I approach it at an angle and I believe I have been always able to enter and exit it without scraping anything (normally asking passengers to temporarily get out if I have any).

I suspect that one of the rear wheels lifts from the ground during a brief moment as I have heard it slip (plus a brief noise from the rear, maybe diff?) those 2-3 times I have had to enter this damned driveway. This may be caused by the stiff chassis.

I am always going uber slow, but those 2-3 episodes have left a concern in my mind. I take good care of her and the idea that I might have caused some premature wear in the drivetrain really bothers me, regardless of warranty.

I was wondering if some of you guys experienced anything similar, what you suggest I try and what you think happened exactly when I experienced those 'unpleasant entrances'.

Thanks in advance!

-Walter

[200Duece]

look at the bottom of your exhaust tips, I bet you'll find scratches on one or both.

[Bimmerdriver17]

Originally Posted by 200Duece

look at the bottom of your exhaust tips, I bet you'll find scratches on one or both.

And Maybe the bottom of your exhaust (actually muffler). Thats probably the lowest point in the rear?

[Spec 1]

Maybe your suspension is just creaking because it's extending fully. What kind of noise is this? Where's it coming from exactly? I wouldn't think an occasional wheel lift would mess up your differential.

[IlChengis]

Guys,
Thanks for the replies.

Exhaust tips not scraped, haven't checked mufflers yet (I hope not!).

Originally Posted by Spec 1

Maybe your suspension is just creaking because it's extending fully. What kind of noise is this? Where's it coming from exactly? I wouldn't think an occasional wheel lift would mess up your differential.

I would hope not. The noise came from the rear, it's a nasty noise but not too loud. Hard to describe, especially because I am too busy making terrified faces while glazing at all mirrors and looking out of both windows with my torso nearly sticking out... that's why I was hoping for someone that might have experienced a similar thing to read this and give me a better idea on what happens exactly and perhaps how to avoid this.

I am already entering at an angle to avoid scraping the body (I suspect the M Sport kit is lower than stock, too)... I can't think of any other way, save trying to enter at less of an angle with someone outside telling me if I have clearance, because the wheel spin/diff noise is caused by the angle for sure.



-Walter