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Old 01-09-2013, 07:07 PM
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Have a 2008 4-wheel drive which has developed a rattle in right front end, when loading engine mainly. When in 4-wheel this does not happen. This noise only happens when in 2-wheel drive and is more of a rotational tinny slap.

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Sounds like hub assembly to me...
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Thanks, will it hurt to drive the truck 30 miles to the dealer to have it checked out/fixed ?
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I would try to jack the truck up first and check your balljoints, tie rods, ect. Spin your tires and see if you can hear any rattling.
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Could be anything from the suspension parts mentioned to motor mounts to the differential mounts in the front. Also check the sway bar mounts and end links.
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