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Safari/Astro Noises, Rattles, and Squeaks
Just bought a '92 Safari and there's a noticeable "clunk" sound/vibration. It doesn't happen constantly; once I'm up to cruising speed it seems to go away and the van drives fine. However, I notice it especially when I'm pulling away from a stop (right after I take my foot off the brake). It sounds/feels driveline-related. I read in another thread that it might be caused by the transmission but I wanted to get some other opinions first. Is it something that Safaris are known for (design problem) or that I need to worry about? Is it going to damage other components by driving it this way?
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Try removing the drive shaft and applying grease to the tranny spline and shaft yoke. You will likely find that clunk goes away. At least for a year or two!
Have fun.
Tony
I can only describe what happens as equal to running across pavement cuts that warn of a upcoming stop sign. It only affects the passenger side and literally shakes the entire drive train.
This only happens when you are applying gas, most apparent on any type of uphill grade. When the gas pedal is released it stops.
Any thoughts on this ?
Thanks in advance
95z28
Keep us informed of what you find out.
Any idea's of where to turn to next? It is very loud and I am concerned that it will strand me some place. Has anyone had this? All help welcomed
Can anyone help.
No performance problems, it is running great just sound annoying. When the dog house is off the noise is deafening so as long as the radio can be turned up and up I guess until I find it we will be ok.
Still if anyone has any other idea's that would be great.
Thanks