Update, Ronnie is correct in that I lifted up one side at a time and spun the wheel from the outside. Didn't hear anything. No grinding, wheel seemed to move freely.
I can't imagine by lifting the entire rear both sides. Having someone else spin the wheel and then placing my hand on the cv by the trans or the wheel the result would be different. Short of a stethoscope and a hunch its seems to be a problem of subtle nature .ALthough its loud in the cabin, not so subtle.
A more experience person should look at it as opposed to me throwing parts at it.
Does anyone have an idea what it would cost to have a mechanic replace the wheel bearings, or do they just replace the cv's as well because they are there?
I am going to try the feel thing as ROnnie suggests this weekend before I make a final decision as to how to proceed
As far as the sound that some people have asked about it not a grinding sound. Its just very loud in the cabin as my original post stated. ALso the sound happens at 30 to 50 mph. Maybe this is why spinning the wheel by hand is not diagnostic. WIth the clutch out it sound like the wheels are the source
Everyones final thoughts would be appreciated
Rich
stuck on the sidelines for now
and pissed
Ron Ac fully installed was looking to charge it soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!