2001 Ford Ranger Squeeking Sound

2001 FORD RANGER
70,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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Recently I've notices a squeeking sound while driving, specifically when the clutch is out and strain is being put on the engine. Higher RPM's leads to sound. It's not coming from the engine, but sounds like it's below and behind the cab. Is this a transmission problem? Is something rubbing, loose linkage, pressure plate? Pushing the clutch in all the way will stop the sounds.
Apr 21, 2008 at 7:58 AM
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Get a look at the rear u-joint, Check for play-probably none, but check for a rusty dust around the cups on it. Sounds like the needle bearings went dry in it
Apr 21, 2008 at 8:48 AM
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