Re: Snap, Crackle, Pop

From: Andy Levy (andylevy@yahoo.com)
Date: Mon Sep 10 2001 - 11:17:35 EDT


That's correct. The only disconnect point in the 4WD system is the t-case.

Chris Dicamillo wrote:

> Isn't the front differential just like the rear where it is always
> spinning the drive shaft even when the truck is in 2wd, so when you put
> it in 4WD it engages the front drive shaft in the transfer case? If
> this is the case and you were able to turn the front drive shaft by hand
> with the front end on the ground, I'd say it's either a front CV joint
> or the front diff.
>
> Chris
>
> Matt Koth wrote:
>
> > I was out four wheelin to day with some buddies, and as I was driving
> > up out of the river bottom I heard this loud metalic clanking noise
> > coming from the front section of the truck. I compleatly lost power to
> > the front wheels, along with all my forward momentum. We ended up
> > walking about a mile or so to a neighbor's place to get some help. He
> > pulled me out with his Ram. I am not quite sure where the sound came
> > from, so I crawled under the truck to do a damage check. There is no
> > visible damage, or leaks. The front drive shaft spins freely when the
> > truck is in 2HI but it will not budge when in 4HI. Has any body had
> > this happen? Did I break the chain in the transfer case, or is it
> > somthing in the front diff? I drove the truck home without any
> > problems or noises. My MSN name is rpmkoth@hotmail.com, and my AIM
> > name is badgreendak so feel free ot instant messege me with any
> > suggestions. Thanks in advance.
> >
> > Matt Koth
> > 95 CC 4x4(sort of) 5.2L
> >
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