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Old 11-30-2004, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by tangofox007
Replace the support and dust cover. If the bearing is worn out, it is a safe bet that the support is too. The u-joint is staked in. Replacement is not a "routine" job like it is on most cars. Make sure you mark your driveshaft so you can reassemble it in its original relationship. You might also want to consider replacing the flex discs at the same time.
The PO replaced rear trans mount, and front/rear flex discs and there have been very few miles since. I observe some runout accompanied by noise in the driveshaft around the support bearing. It goes with the vibration felt around 35mph so I am starting with the support bearing. I would not be surprised that the parts were not put back together with markings prior to my purchase. Of course that could mean the vibration I am feeling during acceleration, coasting, deceleration around the 35 mph mark is due to improper reassembly . . .

Guess you can see where I'm at on this one???
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