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Subject:Re: Another bit of info......Clicking noise/whining noise
From:OlRivrRat
Date:Tue, 29 Jul 2014 10:17:23 -0600

Are you referring to the Shaft Dia' or the C'V'J'Cage Dia' ~ Does the New1 Have "In to Out" Play & is ThatPlay Similar to the Other1 ~

                                                                                                        ORR ~ DeanB
On 29 Jul , 2014, at 8:26 AM, Geneva Saint-Amour wrote:

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> When we replaced the axle on the drivers side, we noticed a significant difference in the diameter of the one we were replacing (larger) and the one that was already there (smaller).  Could this contribute to the current issues? 
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>> Hello all-With your feedback and support we did some repair work on the transmission and drivers side axle.  We replaced the entire right axle and CV joint with an new axle.  That was repacked when replaced.  We also drained the transmission and replaced fluid with Sta-Lube GL4 gear oil.  
>> Now we have a whining noise from the transmission when under load.  AND a clicking sound when NOT under load.  
>> Ideas, suggestions, help?
>> 1985 Vanagon with manual transmission, Bostig engine
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>> ☮ ☮ ☮ PEACE ☮ ☮ ☮  Geneva Saint-Amour   www.slowcarfasthouse.com                                     
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