rear axle clusterf**k
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rear axle clusterf**k
I replaced the rear axle u-joints in my '91 as I was getting what sounded like u-joint clicking noises and I paid a local corvette place $100 for a diagnosis to confirm it. I still had the noises after replacing the u-joints though. I took it back and they said it was the drive shaft u-joints. Then they said it was maybe the trannie then they said it was the drivers side rear axle cracked internally. I replaced the axle half shaft and about 90% of the noise went away. But theres still some noises Im not comfortable with ignoring. Theres no slack at all in the u-joints for the drive shaft but there wasnt for the rear axles either. I guess I replaced them for no reason as it turns out. Has anyone had both rear half shafts go bad at the same time?
[Modified by DarkHalo, 11:14 PM 8/24/2003]
[Modified by DarkHalo, 11:14 PM 8/24/2003]
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From: San Diego , CA Double Yellow DirtBags 1985..Z51..6-speed
Re: rear axle clusterf**k (DarkHalo)
I have yet to figure out my mysterious rear end noises.
I guess I plan on doing burnouts until something snaps, then I'll know what the culprit was. :D :sad:
Perhaps you have a chipped ring gear tooth or something?
I guess I plan on doing burnouts until something snaps, then I'll know what the culprit was. :D :sad:
Perhaps you have a chipped ring gear tooth or something?
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From: OBAMA IS HITLER
Re: rear axle clusterf**k (DarkHalo)
John, I'm sorry I can't offer sound advice, but I offer my support and hope you get the problem solved with the least pain possible :blueangel: :seeya
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Re: rear axle clusterf**k (DarkHalo)
Obviously, I can't hear your noises, but if they are coming from the diff, try changing your lube. Use a good quality dino grease and be sure to add the GM posi additive. Don't laugh until it doesn't work. Good luck, and...
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From: n.babylon n.y
Re: rear axle clusterf**k (bradvette)
it can be the splines in the outer bearings mine does the same. a friend is a good vette mech and says they get rusty but its no real problem.
hope this helps.
joe
hope this helps.
joe
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From: St. Catharines Ontario CANADA
Re: rear axle clusterf**k (CentralCoaster)
I guess I plan on doing burnouts until something snaps, then I'll know what the culprit was.
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Re: rear axle clusterf**k (CentralCoaster)
I have yet to figure out my mysterious rear end noises.
I guess I plan on doing burnouts until something snaps, then I'll know what the culprit was. :D :sad:
Perhaps you have a chipped ring gear tooth or something?
I guess I plan on doing burnouts until something snaps, then I'll know what the culprit was. :D :sad:
Perhaps you have a chipped ring gear tooth or something?
[Modified by DarkHalo, 7:11 PM 8/25/2003]
