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Subject:Re: my clunk
From:Larry Hamm
Date:Wed, 5 May 1999 09:18:06 -0600

Jed Thompson wrote:
>
> The outer CV joint on the right side is completly fubar (what a mess)....
> BUT, when I have the van in neutral the driveshaft is still turning on the
> right (broken) side... something still doesnt seem right here.

Jed,
The axle is turning due to very slight torque being transmitted through
the transaxle. It is quite common, even in manual trans'. It is not a
problem with the trans, just replace the CVJ and go merrily on your way,
happy that you're not in the market for a new trans.
Larry