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Old 09-01-2011, 10:19 PM
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I have a 2001 Ford F150 4.6L 4x4, I was driving home today and I heard a clicking sound from the rear end of the truck. Then when I accelerated over 55 it starts to shake like it has super swampers on it. Put it on a jack and the axles move out on both sides about an inch. Anyone know whats wrong?
Old 09-01-2011, 10:38 PM
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umm... crap, can't think of what it's called.. but I know it's not good (not that you needed me to tell you that)
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Is it something really expensive orrrrrrrr is it just a pain?
Old 09-01-2011, 10:46 PM
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depends on whether you can do it yourself lol... and what all is broken of course
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I can probably do it myself.
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That's always good.. Ugh, starting to tick me off though that I can't remember what causes that.
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Remember!
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LOL! I'm hoping someone else who's brain is working today will step in for me and give you the answers, LMAO
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I really really need help with this. Im about to pull it apart in the morning. but idk exactly what Im looking for or at yet.
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Wheel bearings? Check them

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