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DoctorDex · 09-25-2006, 10:16 AM

IMO, you'd think the best way to test backlash in the rear dif. would be to have the propeller shaft disconnected from the transfer case. With the prop. shaft connected you are limited to measuring the minimum amount of backlash in any one part of your driveline/drivetrain.

Where abouts would I look to find the differential mounting rubbers? I'm curious to look into the idea my neighbor mentioned and I'm wondering if it has any validity? I remember reading awhile back, where someone replaced their rear struts, springs etc. with stiffer aftermarket versions and this cured their clunking on hard accel. Maybe this would help prevent some of the flex in the differential which could be contributing to the clunk?

Declan

09-25-2006, 10:16 AM	#79 (permalink)
DoctorDex Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB Drives: '91 VR4 - RIP Trader Rating: (17)	Re: Backlash in the Transaxle? IMO, you'd think the best way to test backlash in the rear dif. would be to have the propeller shaft disconnected from the transfer case. With the prop. shaft connected you are limited to measuring the minimum amount of backlash in any one part of your driveline/drivetrain. Where abouts would I look to find the differential mounting rubbers? I'm curious to look into the idea my neighbor mentioned and I'm wondering if it has any validity? I remember reading awhile back, where someone replaced their rear struts, springs etc. with stiffer aftermarket versions and this cured their clunking on hard accel. Maybe this would help prevent some of the flex in the differential which could be contributing to the clunk? Declan __________________ '91 VR4 - Rebuild in progress: Mods TBA.