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    Squeaking front axle

    i have a strange squeak coming from the front axle where it connects to the transfer case. i thought it may be a u-joint but it doesnt do the sound in reverse, only forward. Any suggestions???
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    Could still be a u-joint. I would remove the driveshaft to the front axle and drive it to see if it goes away. I have also seen some input seal squeak after the area has been power washed. Try the driveshaft removal 1st and see if it is still there.

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    Flux capaseter is bad

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    Quote Originally Posted by 408.Luke View Post
    Flux capaseter is bad
    Either that or your muffler bearings are out.

    How is the fluid level of the TC?

    Speaking of fluid level, make sure that your blinker fluid is topped off.

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    If i replace one u-joint, should i replace just the one, both on front axle, or all 4?
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    i already told him about the muffler bearing Tyler, so you fail!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by cjriojas View Post
    If i replace one u-joint, should i replace just the one, both on front axle, or all 4?
    I would suggest spraying some kind of lubricant on one U-joint at a time and driving it. Once it stops after you spray the last one--replace that exact one--not all 4.

    Quote Originally Posted by mitch cobb racing View Post
    i already told him about the muffler bearing Tyler, so you fail!!!
    You must have made the post and erased it before anyone saw it. Because otherwise--YOU FAIL.

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    the u-joint making noise is the one connecting the front axle and the transfer case. No other ones are making noise. I just want to know when i go to o'reillys or wherever how many i should buy. if i only need the one that makes noise then i will replace that one only unless it is recommended to change both on the front axle.
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    09/21/2010 02:31 <danger_ranger83> I'm not really worried about the looks...I want it to be fast and ugly...bc no one wants to get outrun by something ugly

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