what would cause a rubbing noise on drivers side front wheel especially when braking ( I replaced rotor and wheel bearings are good) ?
A single knocking noise when braking or turning can be caused by a faulty axle. The cost of replacement is usually around 1,000 dollars.
Normally caused by worn steering or suspension components.
Power Steering?
When the wheel and the tire rub together.
ticking sound from a wheel is usually a dry or worm wheel or axle bearing
Tire out of balance, bent wheel, or if it vibrates only when braking you have a warped rotor.
wheel bearing
Your Axle
Sounds like the wheels need re-balancing - that would cause the vehicle to 'pull' to one side during braking.
A pebble.
brakes are need to be replace