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Old 08-21-2013, 12:58 PM
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Hey guys just replaced both cv axles due to them being worn out. After replacing both sides when I turn the truck in either direction in 4 wheel high and low the truck locks up as if I'm hitting the brakes and makes a horrible noise. I have no idea what'd it be. I've replaced 4 cv axles on this truck before with no problems. Any help would be much appreciated. 2003 dodge ram 1500 4x4 10" of lift on 37"s
 
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Old 08-21-2013, 02:06 PM
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search this forum and you will 100% find your answer.

I'll give you a hint and tell you that what you are experiencing is 100% NORMAL while in 4WD...
 
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Uhhhhhhh-let me guess--you're putting it in 4wd on pavement.
 
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Uhhhhhhh-let me guess--you're putting it in 4wd on pavement.

DING DING DING We've got a winner here! :-P lol
 
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:icon_ rtfm:

You're not supposed to do that, unless of course you're trying the to twist something off!, or snap something
 
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I did it in grass... And it's a really bad noise that Ive never heard ever before with other cv axles. I just dropped the diff and everything looks good and went and bought 2 more cv axles from napa and still the same noise...
 
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Old 08-21-2013, 08:14 PM
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First 4x4 you've ever owned?
 
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I would have followed the advice of "normal" before I bought new CV Axles. Unless you are on snow or Ice, you are going to hear those noises, and feel the jerking. It's 4wheel drive. Something has to give!!! Really....
 
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you have replaced 4 cv axles with no issues? and than replaced two working cv axles and now have issues?? 6 cv axles??? or three per side??
 

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you have replaced 4 cv axles with no issues? and than replaced two working cv axles and now have issues?? 6 cv axles??? or three per side??
At that rate, he would be almost on par with me..
 


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