On Sat, May 2, 2009 at 8:05 AM, Edward Maikranz <maikranze@gmail.com> wrote: > Ok, I had a torn boot and heard some clunking, so I replaced both rear half > axels with brand new ones. > Now I have even more clunking. Very noticeable at slower speeds while making > left hand turns, also sometimes I hear it when starting out from a complete > stop, > > the vehicle is an 87 with a manual transmission. > > Do I have bad cv's or should I look elsewhere? > Thanks, > Ed > Assuming the CV bolts were tightened properly, jack up the rear and spin each wheel. If you hear noise, it might be a rear axle bearing. Also, find an empty parking lot and make turns with van out of gear. If sounds stop, possibly something in the tranny is worn.
Neil.
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