Remove front axles/Driveshaft?
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Remove front axles/Driveshaft?
Folks, I've got this clanking in the front end somewhere that is apparent as soon as i start driving. It is definitely in the front, I assumed it was probably the front hub bearings so I replaced those, then replaced the axles after the noise was still there. Either its the Carrier (probably those bearings) or the front drive shaft.
My question is, can I remove the front axles and driveshaft, essentially making it a 2WD rig for a month while I remove the front diff and rebuild it? I'd rather not have it grenade on me. I know I should be fine on the front axles, but will the front driveshaft cause a leak in the transfer case?
Thanks gents!
My question is, can I remove the front axles and driveshaft, essentially making it a 2WD rig for a month while I remove the front diff and rebuild it? I'd rather not have it grenade on me. I know I should be fine on the front axles, but will the front driveshaft cause a leak in the transfer case?
Thanks gents!
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the front driveshaft does not turn in 2wd so if the noise is present in 2wd it can't be the front d-shaft.
no you can't drive with the front axles removed or your wheel bearings will be destroyed. the axle and hub nut tension the bearings.
no you can't drive with the front axles removed or your wheel bearings will be destroyed. the axle and hub nut tension the bearings.
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