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Old 05-27-2008, 03:27 PM   #161 (permalink)
DoctorDex
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Location: Edmonton, AB
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Default Re: Backlash in the Transaxle?

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Originally Posted by Bret Brinkmann View Post
Bearings usually make a whinning sound when they start to go out. Some times they can make a slight grinding sound as you are describing.
Since installing the solid motor mounts I have an awful lot of gear whine. Does this count?

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Originally Posted by Bret Brinkmann View Post
If you drain your gear oil look for flakes of metal on the magnet and metal powder through out the fluid. Those are signs of bearing failure.
When I have drained my fluid the magnet is usually coated with some metal powder and a few small flakes. I take it this is abnormal?
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