Thread: Axle replacement problem

Results 1 to 2 of 2
  1. #1 Axle replacement problem 
    Donating Users
    Join Date
    Jan 2010
    Location
    South Deerfield, MA
    Posts
    552
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    I replaced my passenger side axle with an A1Cardone new axle. I noticed when putting it in that it was 3/4" - 1" shorter than the GM original. I double checked the part number that was etched into the shaft against the box and Cardone's web site just to be sure it was the correct one due to being shorter. The length seemed to be removed from the middle part of the shaft. It went in fine, but I have a problem now. I have no trouble when going forward, but in reverse, under a load, there is a growl type sound. It will make the sound if I hold the brakes and give it gas while in reverse, backing up hard or backing up going uphill. It almost sounds like the splines of the shaft are not catching and are slipping over themselves. If that were the case though, I would expect it to do it in forward or reverse. There is also some play in the part of the shaft that slides into the transmission. I double checked to make sure it is all the way into the transmission also.

    I am going to put the old one back in tomorrow to see what happens, but thought I would check with you guys and see if anybody had and ideas or suggestions on this. Thanks

    2002 GTP: GMPP Sway Bars, BMR trailing arms, KYB AGX/Vogtlands, 12" brake upgrade
    Modified SSAC headers, K&N Intake, 3.4 MPS, S1X, Gen V, 104's, HPTuned.
    Reply With Quote  
     

  2. #2 Re: Axle replacement problem 
    Donating Users Lawngoose's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2007
    Location
    Outer Space
    Posts
    1,250
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Mine made that noise when we did my replacement, only in reverse as well. However, it does not do that anymore. However, I did have the drivers side pop partially out on me... I noticed it because I started to leak tranny fluid everywhere. I would look to see if there are any signs of excess wear when you pop em back out.

    It doesnt do it anymore (same axles) for me.
    02 GTP 13.6 @ 100mph - SOLD
    Reply With Quote  
     

Similar Threads

  1. Axle Seal Replacement [*]
    By Metallistar in forum How To Write-Ups/Tech Tips
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 01-21-2012, 09:25 PM
  2. Axle replacement, DIY?
    By Poil336 in forum 1997-2007 4 speed Automatic (4T65E) (4T65E-HD)
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 07-02-2010, 11:03 PM
  3. Axle replacement.
    By DnaProdigy in forum Brakes/Suspension/Chassis
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 08-04-2009, 09:28 PM
  4. CV Axle
    By stlmo_gtp in forum 1997-2007 4 speed Automatic (4T65E) (4T65E-HD)
    Replies: 11
    Last Post: 03-30-2008, 01:24 PM
  5. Passenger Side Axle Seal Replacement
    By Rob3800 in forum 1997-2007 4 speed Automatic (4T65E) (4T65E-HD)
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 01-30-2008, 04:35 PM
Bookmarks
Bookmarks
Posting Permissions
  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •