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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 08:23 AM
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Default Front u-joints

Does anyone know what the symptoms/signs are for broken front joints? I have a 2010 with a dana 30 and 33s on it and occasionally if I come to a quick stop you can hear a clunk and feel it in the brake pedal. Also when in 4x4 mode if reversing with the steering wheel turned all the way to one side you can also hear a clunk. If these are the signs does anyone know a ball park cost to get them replaced by a mechanic in Ontario.

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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 08:27 AM
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A squeak,clunk are some.Take a look at it for signs of play
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 08:32 AM
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Stupid question, how do you tell if signs of play are happening? Do you know how often these need to be replaced or I guess there may be too many factors involved.
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 08:36 AM
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 08:43 AM
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that guy is a creeper....
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 09:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Maertz
that guy is a creeper....
Might have a pit in the basement.
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Maertz
that guy is a creeper....
Typical XJ owner.

Good info though!
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 12:19 PM
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I checked my "boogers", they seem fine.
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Old Jan 5, 2014 | 03:42 PM
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Mr Bleepin Jeep is entertaining AND informative. His You Tube videos are easy to understand. I especially got much information in conjunction with Planmans on diagnosing death wobble. He's making these free videos for US
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