I had the U-joints replaced last year which solved the problem temporarily. Problem started back this summer and is getting progressively worse. Took it to the shop and they said that my U-joints were fine, but that it could be my rear differential going bad. So they checked it and said it needed to be replaced, so I paid them $800 to put in a new master rear end kit. Left the shop and the problem still persisted. The sound happens when I let completely off the brakes, it sounds like metal grinding on metal. It also happens when the truck comes to a complete stop and settles. It is very annoying and very loud. I can replace the U-joints myself, but don't want to spend the money if that won't fix the problem. Are there any other places I should check other than the u-joints and the rear diff. Like the struts, rear wheel bearing, broken leaf spring? Any ideas would be much appreciated.
2006-09-22 14:43:06 · 8 answers · asked by btbarry21 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
i own a repair shop,,and it sounds like they didn't do something right ,because if they had ,you wouldn't still be having trouble with it,,and as new as it is you shouldn't have had the trouble you had with it,,id take it some where else and have them check it,,something wasn't done that should have been done to it,,its very possible it does have a bad wheel bearing in it,,they will go bad ,but i don't think that's it,,the noise your describing sounds like a pinion gear in the rear end housing,,or a bearing for the the ring gear,,have someone check it real close,and look a the brakes on it also,,something wasn't put back on right ,,i can tell you this much,,i been doing this for 36 yrs,,and i have never had a problem like this come back,,good luck,i hope this help,s some,
2006-09-22 14:55:58 · answer #1 · answered by dodge man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go back to your shop and ask for your return of $800. Tell them the same noise is still there. Evidently the shop didn't do a road test after the repair of at least 5 miles or more. Do not pay any more money. Ask to have the changed parts that were replaced reinstalled. An overlooked problem is lack of grease on the drive shaft splines which can cause a pop or clunk type noise but usually does not cause a broken part. Don't give in. If you have too, bring in automotive consumer affairs thought your local goverment office to mediate.
2006-09-22 15:32:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it could be incorrectly installed U-bolts holding the rear axle to the leaf springs, all except for the metal-griding-on-metal bit. I would expect more of a loud metallic BANG during hard accelleration or braking. It would explain unexpected wear on the U-Joints and diff as well -- everything getting out of line and putting undesired stresses on it?
But I'm just a shadetree mechanic, no proper training in the field. I slog my way through diagnoses and repairs on my own vehicles but call in the experts when I hit a stumper.
2006-09-22 15:01:32 · answer #3 · answered by Mustela Frenata 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be your rear brakes. But highly unlikely as they are most likely brake pads there. I would guess that it might be your E-brake system had fell apart internally. Underneath that rotor. Did anyone by chance drive with the E brake on for a while, and didn't realize it. Yea, sounds silly, but has happened...Not to me. But I have seen the rear E brake shoes had fallen apart on a similar vehicle. Good luck.
2006-09-22 14:57:32 · answer #4 · answered by Silverstang 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Grinding noise when applying brakes means you need new brake pads. If they are sufficiently worn, they can make noise without applying breaks and at that point you are in danger of your worn bare metal brake pads locking up your wheels!
I had this happen once, but thank God I was still in my driveway when it happened.
This does not mean thats your problem but certainly is worth checking out for your own saftey.
2006-09-22 15:05:46 · answer #5 · answered by Victor ious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you checked security of components ? Loose spare ? Loose or broken exhaust hanger ? Worn or broken shock mount ? Etc. etc.
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2016-10-15 07:48:39 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-22 14:53:11 · answer #8 · answered by Mama R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋