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klutchdust
Jan 26, 2023Explorer II
Grit dog wrote:
Back to drivetrain squeaks. Our 86 GMC K20 has a little speed dependent squeak aft of the transfer case. 1 piece driveshaft.
This is one that would stump most and I’m not totally sure what it is even.
Not outer axle bearings, not brakes/drums and I pulled the driveshaft and both u joints feel perfect.
And it only does it when the truck is in motion. In gear with rear wheels in the air, no squeak.
Best I can figure is one of the u joint cups that I can’t pull without popping the u joint out is just beginning to dry out. Just enough to make noise but probably won’t be evident wear for quite a few more miles.
"And it only does it when the truck is in motion.' hmm. that's a good one. First thought would be suspension related or something to do with the body and chassis flexing against each other. On the stands it's stationary. Body mount or rubber worn? I owned 2 K-5 one "85 and one "90 they were tight despite the use they got. Found out the 90 was on a chassis that was also used for utility trucks like catering trucks. Explains the frustration in getting chassis parts, one sharp eyed parts guy told me about it when I needed motor mounts.
Off topic but .....
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