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Old 06-17-2011, 12:32 AM
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recently purchased 1999 sport classic. stock. automatic.

when shifting into drive, there will sometimes be a clunk noise from the rear.

when slowing down and stopping, there will sometimes be a similar clunk when engaging and starting away,

trans shifts fine. fluid level ok and not buurned. quick look by trans shop and they said trans is ok.

any ideas appreciated.
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Check the ubolts in the rear suspension, if they are loose or if one is broken it can cause a clunk noise. Also check your driveshaft for a worn out u joint. I don't think it is your transmission, I think it is in the power train.
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Mine does it too, i think its just the brakes. Next time you shift into drive, put your foot on the brake softly and the jeep will probably jump forward and start rolling quickly lol.
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There's a write up on here somewhere that explains putting anti seize where the rear driveshaft meets the tc. Someone can chime in but it's a 15 minute job and solved my clunking that did the same thing. 4 bolts and ur good to go
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is it very metallic clang? U joints, clunk may be rear drums
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If your going from reverse to drive, stop for a brief second in neutral then put it in drive.
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