Bad CV's?

[taylorRichie]

so are you saying my cvs are probably safe I'll do as you say. New muffler should be here tomorrow

[tom4bren]

"After I stop, It sounds like wind chimes in the front of my vehicle"

That wouldn't be CVs. They'll only make noise while in motion. Others have had rust-out problems with their heat shields so that is a good place to start.

"Basically the noise is sort of a clicking noise. To me it sounds like one of the ball bearings is bouncing around in the cup that the cv rides in. This sound is intermittent and only happens under acceleration."

My rule of thumb (which may be overly simplistic) is that if the clicking sounds during deceleration, it's CVs. If it happens during acceleration, it's U-joints.

BTW - wear patterns on the races is to be expected but I have no idea how much is acceptable.

[CrnCnn]

My rule of thumb (which may be overly simplistic) is that if the clicking sounds during deceleration, it's CVs. If it happens during acceleration, it's U-joints.

BTW - wear patterns on the races is to be expected but I have no idea how much is acceptable.

That was sort of my thinking as well, however, I dont see any U joints on the front drive shaft.?. At least the kind I am used to, there are two coupling points but no u joints. Rear U joints yes. So thats why I am nervous about the front end being blown.

[CrnCnn]

no other thoughts? stupid unique problems

[circmand]

You get to be the first to post on what the cause is and how to fix it. Don't forget pix:

[CrnCnn]

So it was the Right side.

So what does any one think about driving with out CV axles? I am thinking of making the Elko meet with only one CV.

Will it effect the TOD or front diff with a three to four hour drive with only one.

Should I remove the drivers side as well so there is even pressure?

[tom4bren]

"Should I remove the drivers side as well"

Absolutely. It prolly won't bother the TOD but the pumpkin may not like it.