V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

Bent the rear??

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Old Apr 9, 2009 | 11:25 AM
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mine dont look bent untill you put a tire on it and drive down the road.....
Old Apr 9, 2009 | 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by RyansQuick6
when's the last time you got an alignment or had your tires balanced? I find it VERY difficult to believe you bent an axle without physically damaging it.
I just had brand new tires put on, and i could have sworn you cant really align the rear...
Old Apr 15, 2009 | 11:26 PM
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What exactly does it mean that the "U-Joints are binding"?... The angle is off?

If I change the one at the rear what brand should I get? What about the flange its in?



There is "definitely" play because after going from 1st to reverse I can hear the clank and feel it.
Old Apr 16, 2009 | 12:56 PM
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That's your driveshaft yoke, it cost $15 and takes 30 minutes to replace. Get to work!
Old Apr 17, 2009 | 01:31 PM
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f*ck my life. I just had this checked at a reputable shop and the U-Joints are fine. They tell me there is a lot of play in the brand new gears and that they are more than likely warped and shot. He tells me if I open it up I'll just find a puddle of metal. I suppose this is the consequence of not having a reputable person do it.

What if I just left it and granny shifted? How long could it be before failure? Could the t-lok be saved?

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