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Suspension Clunk
#41
Yeah, if I jack up the rear axle and pull and push the hub there is a small clunk, identical sounding to when I go over the bumps. I was told it was play in my wheel bearings but that it's normal for some play. Help?
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#44
No, if I jump up and down on the rear I can't get it to make any noise. It only makes noise going over a bump when the tire is moved in an in & out motion, or when I jack it up and move the tire in and out. also when i back up into something like a curb it makes the same clunk sound. Could it be a bad wheel bearing or something? It almost sounds as if the axle shaft has excess play within the housing? I can't get under there and check until Saturday (my only day off). But i'd like to have a list of things I should check. I appreciate all the help guys!
#45
Also, when I turn sharply from a stop I can hear a "squeak squeak squeak" coming from the rear. Only on sharp turns though, when the speed of the rear tires are a bit different (as they should of course, seeing as how I am turning). Or say it is just that 1/4" of play in and out, should I be able to hear it? Thanks again guys!
#46
I would be tempted to pull the diff cover, and have a look. Might be as easy as cleaning it out, refilling, and adding some friction modifier. (if you have LSD) If you are getting what you feel is excessive side to side play on one axle, that is DEFINITELY something you want to look in to. Losing an axle at any kind of speed if just FAR to exciting.
#47
I would be tempted to pull the diff cover, and have a look. Might be as easy as cleaning it out, refilling, and adding some friction modifier. (if you have LSD) If you are getting what you feel is excessive side to side play on one axle, that is DEFINITELY something you want to look in to. Losing an axle at any kind of speed if just FAR to exciting.
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