A few days ago, I polled the group for advice on troubleshooting a clunk
coming from the rear diferential area. I have since put the car up on stands
and visually inspected the following for integrity:
1. diff mounting rubbers and mounting brackets
2. wheel studs and lug nuts
3. trailing arm bushes/brackets
All looked to be in good shape. The rubbers are only a couple of years old.
I did find that there is about 1/2" to 1" of rotation in each wheel prior to
the other wheel begins to counter rotate. There is no noticeable U joint
play. The freeplay is apparantly in the differential. Is the freeplay normal
and are there any thoughts as to whether this is causing the problem?
Sincerely,
Joe Bouchard
'74-1/2 TR6
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