"David A. Schenck" wrote:
>
> List,
>
> I have a disturbing noise coming from the rear end of my 78 Spit. It is not
> the notorious clonk from the diff. It only occurs when I let off of the
> accelerator and am coasting. Nothing when hitting the gas. It seems to be
> coming from the passenger side. I have pulled of the drive shaft and will
> replace the u-joint tomorrow. The diff has a little play in it but I assume
> that is normal and if it was the diff it would happen when accelerating. Let
> me know if you have a suggestion of what to look at/for. I let you know how
> replacing the u-joint goes.
Dave, While you have it up check for play in the radius arms or in the
trunnions. Sometimes those bushings wear out or the bolt holes oval from wear
causing some play that would cause noises on acceleration or deceleration.
Joe
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