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Old 11-25-2010 | 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by alloutperform
my customer is a young kid and didn't get the concept that if the transfer case is leaking it will run out of fluid..the vibe started about a week ago felt just like a bad joint...there is a ton of slop in the chain inside the case and i wouldn't be surprised if it needs bearings...aka whipped t-case
Cool thanks for the info. I will check it out when its on the rack.
Old 11-26-2010 | 09:31 AM
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Vibes can be tough to isolate.

I do agree with the others though that recommend you removing the front drive shaft and
test driving it to see if that makes a difference.
Old 11-27-2010 | 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by tjwalker
Vibes can be tough to isolate.

I do agree with the others though that recommend you removing the front drive shaft and
test driving it to see if that makes a difference.
Okay will do Thanks man.
Old 11-27-2010 | 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by tjwalker
Vibes can be tough to isolate.

I do agree with the others though that recommend you removing the front drive shaft and
test driving it to see if that makes a difference.
you now unless you have all kinds of extra money you just want to give to a mechanic if so ill take some lol
Old 11-27-2010 | 07:59 PM
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you now unless you have all kinds of extra money you just want to give to a mechanic if so ill take some lol
X2 ^ but i may have found the problem my axle joints are shot the father in law says. They checked them when it was on the lift, ill keep you all informed. I am going to tackle this problem tomorrow and test drive it. Thanks guys
Old 11-28-2010 | 04:06 PM
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Awesome replaced the axle joint, didnt quite get rid of my vibe but i think i may go ahead and change the other side next week or so. Thanks everyone for all your help and info
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