1996 Chevy S-10 front differential problem

1996 CHEVROLET S-10
125,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARK RAMSEY
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we removed the front differential and found that the left side output shaft is hitting the pin that holds the gears in place is this normal and if so why is it making so much noise all of a sudden noise just recently started and is reason for removing diff. we have replaced both front c/v shafts already and all the bearings inside of the diff still look good - just not sure what to do about this condition is there supposed to be a spacer or something to keep this shaft from hitting the pin inside or is there other problems?
Jul 18, 2010 at 2:17 PM
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BLACKOP555
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the pin keeps the shaft from going to far and causing too much play on the wheel. if its too bad and its clunking when its hitting it when driving then the shaft is bent or the bearings are going out.
Jul 19, 2010 at 2:26 AM