im not exactly sure what is making the grinding noise, but im pretty sure it has nothing to do with the brakes. im actually thinking it might be the front left bearing. anyone know how hard it is to change that?

 

could be the wheel bearing my brothers max was having that issue and had a similar sound when turning.

its not too difficult to change but a new bearing will need to be pressed in, which you'll need to take it to a place that can do that.

 

i just changed my lower ball joint, hope it isnt harder than that, do you know if ill need any new seals withthe bearing? last time i looked at it it seemed to me as if i might need some.

 

http://www.motorvate.ca/mvp.php/704

can help you get an idea of the work that is ahead. you'll stop where he pressed the bearing out himself.