1999 Jeep Wrangler

Tiny
TIM PRESTON
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  • 1999 JEEP WRANGLER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 83,000 MILES
When I turn right or left there is a noise like the lug nuts are loose. Then there is a bump that feels like the rear end housing is shifting. There is no noise or problems while going straight. I would appreciate any suggestions as to what I should check. Everything on the underside seems to be tight with no signs of anything slipping or shifting. Thanks much tim preston
Monday, June 16th, 2008 AT 5:59 PM

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Tiny
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Is the sound coming from the front when you are turning?
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Monday, June 16th, 2008 AT 7:26 PM
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I cant tell for sure if the noise is comiing from the front or rear. When it bumps it feels like it is in the rear
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Monday, June 16th, 2008 AT 8:49 PM
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Verify where teh noise is coming from and get back. Will need that information before I make any decisions.
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2008 AT 8:03 AM
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Noise is coming from the left rear. It seems to be worse after the rear end warms up.
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Friday, June 20th, 2008 AT 8:06 PM
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Hmm, sounds like the rear bearings should be replaced and the lubricant changed.

Also check the rear gear mesh, could be too great.

Same with the bearings.

The parts heat up they expand, same wiht oil it thins out and cannot provide enough lubrication because the part is warm, causing your problem.
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Friday, June 20th, 2008 AT 8:16 PM

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