Dave,
yes it is a "howling" sound....
I didn't know how to describe the sound, but "howling" is right!!
Do I need to overhaul or are some additives available for the time being (to
reduce some costs)?
Frank Meert
TR6 '70
dstauffa@csc.com wrote:
> Hi Frank,
>
> You did not mention the nature of the noise. Can I assume that it is a
> "howling" type? This is the normal sound when the diff has worn out. If
> this is what you hear then the diff will need to be overhauled.
>
> Dave Stauffacher
> Ramona, Ca
> 1970 TR6 PI
>
> Frank Meert <F.Meert@ogdsoftware.nl>@autox.team.net on 12/15/2000 06:55:32
> AM
>
> Please respond to Frank Meert <F.Meert@ogdsoftware.nl>
>
> Sent by: owner-6pack@autox.team.net
>
> To: 6pack@autox.team.net
> cc:
> Subject: differential noises
>
> I've got a very noisy differential. When driving approx 30 mph the noise
> starts to get irritating, when driving on the high way, it's almost
> unbearable. Before replacing the entire differential unit, I' d like to
> try some more inexpensive solutions. Is it possible to add some
> (additional) stuff (fluids) to the differential oil that wil lubricate
> everything some more? Or is it just bad luck? and replacing is the only
> solution.
>
> The U-joints are all bolted firmly together.
>
> By the way, is it possible that the noise has got anything to do with a
> broken diff mounting bracket? the one right front is broken and has to
> be repaired.
>
> Frank Meert
> TR6 '70
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