What's that sound?

powelljc

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Alright Jeep experts... I recently took the old jeepage off road (nothing to fancy) and now, I am hearing a real faint clicking noise coming from my right wheel area. It sounds like a rock is stuck inside, just rotating, when I am at low speeds, turning the wheel (especially to the right). I seeing nothing dragging, or leaking... four wheel drive is disengaged.. so, now I am at a loss... anyone? Help? Thanks!!
 

Check for rust around the U-joint to trunnion (U-joint cross) seal.

Sounds like you have an axle joint going South.
 
After a long waiting period, I have been able to slow down and take a closer look at the axle U joints.... Looks like they are shot and need to be replaced. I have bought new ones. Now.. does anyone know of a good instructional forum to help with this? This will be the first U joint I have replaced... I have searched the web somewhat and come up with some helpful insights.. but none are very conclusive, none geared towards a Jeep Wrangler. Any help?

Thanks!
 
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