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Clunking rear driveshaft play.

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  • Start date Start date Apr 23, 2004
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TattooMatt

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I have been hearing a clunk coming from my rear. It started about a week ago. It's especially noticable when I shift from 1st to 2nd or when I shift from neutral to 1st.

I shut the car off and put it in neutral, slid under the car and twisted the driveshaft back and forth by hand. It will twist about 1/8-1/4 inch in the rear.

I had a 3.73 installed a few months ago. I did a search and found a few possible causes but I figured I'd see if you guys think it's the rear-end before I start chasing noises through my suspension. I have heard of someone's pinion nut coming loose, could it be this?
 
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Check the drivesaft bolts too. Mine wiggled loose after I did my gear swap, so a little locktite on the bolts helps, and big arms.
 
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