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October 29, 2003
I'd check the U-joints first.
If they are OK, then I'd probably remove the diff and do
an visual inspection. Look for scoring on the engaging faces
of the crown and pinion gears. (or worse, chipped or broken
teeth) Look for "slop" anywhere by holding one gear still
and rocking the adjacent gear to see how much movement there
is.
Does the diff whine much? or is it a quiet diff? If it is nice
and quiet then I'd be surprised if it was the problem.
You can sort of do this with the diff still in the car by jacking
up one side of the car with the car in gear. Rock the rear wheel
(turn forwards/backwards) and see how much play you have. This
isn't anywhere near as good as real visual inspection though.
Mike
"Mike Gigante" < mikeg@... > 26374
Posted on October 29, 2003 09:02 PM
Posted to category(s) Drive Train | Wheels
