99 Explorer XLT 4wd 112k vibration under acceleration

1999 FORD EXPLORER
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BRAINS06
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1999 Explorer XLT 4.0 sohc, 4wd. 112000 miles.
Whenever I accelerate hard or drive in slippery conditions there is a strange vibration that comes from under the console in between the front seats (transfer case?) It doesnt seem to happen or be pronounced under normal accel. but between 45-75 its pretty bad. Help!
Oct 15, 2007 at 8:02 PM
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ZUCKTUCKER
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I'm not a mechanic, but have had U-joint fail and it causes vibration like you describe under load. When you left off the gas it stops vibrating, but you may still hear a noise directly under the car. U-joints are fairly inexpensive and easy to replace.
Zucktucker
Nov 16, 2007 at 9:22 PM