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    Knock/pop noise from drivetrain

    When accelerating, I hear a loud knock or pop noise coming from the drivetrain. I pulled the rear diff cover off and the ring & pinion looked good. Some of the spider gears looked pitted, but none broken, and no sign of metal shavings. I dropped the front driveshaft and the noise was still...
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    U-Joints

    How long do the u-joints last in a 3 gen 4.6L 4x4 explorer? I seached, but did find much on u-joints. We have about 106K miles on our 2003 Explorer Limited 4x4 with the 4.6L.
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    I need a clear answer on if its safe to drive without drive shaft

    Hey guys, So on the rear of the front drive shaft, I have a double cardan U-Joint. The drive shaft moves up and down easily at the rear on the inside U-Joint. It is squeaking going down the road and clanking. I believe I just need to replace that inside U-Joint. Is that easy, or do i need to...
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