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Old 10-10-2016, 03:55 PM
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Yea there's about a half inch of play in the front pinion
Up and down play?
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Back and forth play. Which I'm pretty sure is normal. No up and down play
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It has to be something in the front but I'm 99% sure the front bearings are good and there's nothing that seems to be rubbing or anything
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You shouldn't have any in-and-out play at the pinion. I'd pop that cover and take a look inside. Wouldn't be surprised if there was glitter coming out.
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It has to be something in the front but I'm 99% sure the front bearings are good and there's nothing that seems to be rubbing or anything
Hi - did you ever figure out was making the noise? Mine is doing the same thing and I too am completely stumped . 1995 Cherokee.
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Did anyone resolve this issue? Mine 8s doing the same and Im stumped 😟
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