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what causes loud clunk/bang/jerk in drivetrain when I put C6 into gear?

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1971 mach-1 351C rebuilt C6 When I put the C6 into gear there is a very loud metallic clunk/bang noise and jerk in the drivetrain which is very irritating and does not sound or feel normal.The drivetrain engages with a very loud clunk. What could be the problem.
 

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mycoses said:
1971 mach-1 351C rebuilt C6 When I put the C6 into gear there is a very loud metallic clunk/bang noise and jerk in the drivetrain which is very irritating and does not sound or feel normal.The drivetrain engages with a very loud clunk. What could be the problem.
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Hi
Two thoughts come to mind.
1. The universals have play
2. Excessive play/lash in the ring and pinion
It only takes a a small bit of play to reverberate. If it's a lower sounding "clunk", then, most likely it's the rear.

Good Luck!
 

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I agree w/ Poppy. That or U joints are probably causing the noise.
 

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usually the front U joint is the problem.
 
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check your idle speed too....a clunk followed by a big jerk may mean you're idling too fast.
 
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