2000 GMC Sierra Front Differental Noise

2000 GMC SIERRA
87,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHN4708
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There is oil on the driver's side of my front differential that has slung out everywhere along with a whirring noise that changes pitch according to my speed. The whirring noise stops when I quickly turn left and comes back when I straighten out. Any Idea's?
Oct 20, 2008 at 10:07 AM
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DENNYP
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Possible damaged bearings on the front diff carrier.
Oct 28, 2008 at 11:54 AM
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