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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:28 PM
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Got a new vibration that just started. Seems my 73 vibrates when any torque is applied positive or negative. goes away if coasting or not under load any help would be greatly appreciated. has 3 speed auto if that matters thanks.
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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You need to check the driveline.

Begin with all the u-joints: and then see if there is any indication that you may have lost a balance weight on the driveshaft.

Check the halfshafts to see if there is any evidence of impact damage.

Let us know what you find.
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I'll start there, Thanks
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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 04:17 PM
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U-Joints it was. Thanks again
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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 08:31 PM
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U-Joints it was. Thanks again
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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 09:00 PM
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for us that dont know. how did you know it was the u-joint that was bad?
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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 11:00 PM
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for us that dont know. how did you know it was the u-joint that was bad?
Turn the wheel while looking at the U Joint. There should be no play in the joint.
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