Vauxhall Astra G Petrol (1998 - 2004) - 1.6 - loud noise coming from the exhaust?

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Sun 23 Sep 2007 11:23
1.6 - loud noise coming from the exhaust? - Adam21
Hello, I was hoping someone can help with my dilemma, and I apologise in advance if this is exhaustive (pardon the pun):
I recently purchased an Astra 1.6 petrol. I have been having this problem for a while now, which many mechanics can't provide a solution for (oddly enough). When I set off sometimes (especially setting off quickly or setting off on a hill), the car really struggles to move forward, without making a really loud sound (like grunting sort of sound !), and even then it really struggles to go. Now, i've figured out a way to move it forward/make less noise, by getting to the biting point but staying at the biting point for a longer time and very slowly easing off the clutch !
One mechanic, thought it was a problem with the exhaust, in that the two joints that connected the exhaust to the car were loose, which in turn meant the exhaust was vibrating against the car (making the grunting noise). I replaced these and it is still making the same noise.
Not sure if this is a common fault or what to be honest but any views on this would be greatly appreciated!!
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Sun 23 Sep 2007 11:27
loud noise coming from the exhaust? - bell boy
have the exhaust checked for a blockage either from a cat breaking up or the wadding in the back box coming loose
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Sun 23 Sep 2007 19:32
loud noise coming from the exhaust? - Pugugly {P}
Its not the handbrake staying on is it ?
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Mon 24 Sep 2007 22:23
loud noise coming from the exhaust? - Adam21
nah it normally makes the noise while the car is moving ! but thanks anyway !
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Mon 24 Sep 2007 22:22
loud noise coming from the exhaust? - Adam21
thanks, i'll check this out!
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