I just took my driveshaft out this weekend and I seem to remember it only rotated about 1/8" - 1/4" when connected. As others have suggested, I would start there. Once the shaft is out you can check the u-joints by making sure they are tight but turn freely. If they're shot, you can check the archives for _lots_ of postings about u-joint replacement. JN Alan Hosage wrote: > > 1987 Syncro with 135,000 > ..... > Driveshaft seems tight it turns about 1 inch or so, seems normal. U-joints > look ok, but what should I be looking for? |
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