U-Joint Noise?

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jbrew717

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2006 Ram 1500 4x4... I'm gettin a squeaking/clicking in reverse, and a clicking that is louder when i let off the gas in drive. Is it U-Joints? It would be the 2 on the rear driveshaft correct? Since the 4wd shaft doesn't spin when it's not engaged? I heard the stock ones had grease zerks but didnt find any. Any and all help is appreciated! thanks!
 

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Sounds a lot like my U's before they got replaced. I'd say its worth pursuing.

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Yeah, sounds like U-joints to me too, at least they're cheap :)
 

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My dvr went, then shortly after my psgr went. So, I'd say those two.

Does the sound happen when you turn or when you are straight? In 2x or 4x?



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I would jump underneath your truck, and give the driveline a shake, if you can get any play, I'd say it's u-joints. Replacements will most likely come with grease zerts
 
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i feel play in the rear driveshaft but none in the front. Any suggestions as to what brand to go with?
 

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I think they're all the same, but not positive lol
 

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Deffintaly replace them asap lol My rear u joint snapped going down the road long story short my driveshaft flew out and it cracked my transfercase into 5 pieces, had to get it towed home and i had to put a new t-case and driveshaft in it. And what pissed me off was the fact that it was a 30$ joint that did all that damage lol.

I would highly suggest MOOG u joints there heavy duty and i think there the best you can get
a local advance auto or auto parts store should have them


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Well, thanks to you all. I had the same noise when backing up, and guess what???
U - Joints. :naughty::favorites13:
 

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