Hit large hidden rock - suspect damage to torque bar

[1redgmc]

Do you have "full coverage" insurance? Did you report your accident to your insurance and local police?

I would say you need to do a full tear down and inspect all suspension/drive-line/wheel components on the side that hit.

Ha! No... just liability for the other idiots out there.

I was more angry with myself afterwards because I should have jammed on the brakes as hard as I could and allowed her to hit ME.

Agree, full inspection is on order.

 

[1redgmc]

Maybe the title co was trying to help you out by not getting you on the road sooner ..just think they might prevented this had you not got your plates

Yeah, you busted me. This was the FIRST DAY OF LEGAL DRIVING.

Feel free to rag on me.

 

[airmech3839]

Yeah if you had let her hit you then you would have less damage for sure!!

She may not have been in good shape though so thanks for thinking of your fellow (wo)man!

 

[AceHigh]

I got an extra tire and wheel and I am in the same state! If you are in the area its yours...

 

[DieselBob]

With this in mind - what say you experts? What will pulling the F/R passenger side axle tell me? If the grinding goes away, then what?

I'm no expert by a long shot but I would think to “shift” the axle that much you would see either a broken torque rod or mount. The two torque rods connected to the bottom of the axle housing are the only things that position the axle perpendicular to the chassis. The top torque rod is only to resist rotation of the axle housing. I would think the grinding that you are experiencing might be from the shifted operating angel of the “u” joints causing lateral stress on the input / output shaft bearings of the differential. If by removing the axle shaft you notice the grinding disappear I would tend to believe the spindle is bent causing the axle shaft to bind in the differential carrier. That's my

 

[gringeltaube]

I'm no expert by a long shot but I would think to “shift” the axle that much you would see either a broken torque rod or mount. The two torque rods connected to the bottom of the axle housing are the only things that position the axle perpendicular to the chassis. The top torque rod is only to resist rotation of the axle housing......

If by removing the axle shaft you notice the grinding disappear I would tend to believe the spindle is bent causing the axle shaft to bind in the differential carrier.

My thoughts also, and hoping for the best. (since I know that these housings are "softer" than one would imagine, and they do bend...!)

G.

 

[1redgmc]

I'm no expert by a long shot but I would think to “shift” the axle that much you would see either a broken torque rod or mount. The two torque rods connected to the bottom of the axle housing are the only things that position the axle perpendicular to the chassis. The top torque rod is only to resist rotation of the axle housing. I would think the grinding that you are experiencing would be from the shifted phase of the “u” joints causing lateral stress on the on the input / output shaft bearings of the differential. If by removing the axle shaft you notice the grinding disappear I would tend to believe the spindle is bent causing the axle shaft to bind in the differential carrier. That's my

Good stuff, thank you.

With the wind, cold and snow - my under the truck exposure for the diagnosis was indeed short today. Tomorrow I'll do some more investigating and take some pictures for you guys to review. Maybe this will shed some additional light on the issue. I'll also get accurate measurements so as to better understand the extent of the damage.

 

[1redgmc]

I got an extra tire and wheel and I am in the same state! If you are in the area its yours...

Thank you for the offer!

While I was waiting SIX months on the idiot at the title company to deliver (that saga is in another thread) - I was able to accumulate some spare wheels/tires. I've already swapped out the bad for the good and gave the damaged tire/wheel to my buddy that hauls scrap. Now if the wind isn't howling tomorrow I'll try to see exactly what is going on here.

I find it incredibly encouraging to know that so many folks are willing to offer their assistance and spare parts. I've never had any other hobby/interest with so many first-class people.

 

[m16ty]

The good thing is that if the axle is bent, a good rear can usually be had for $200 or so. Just be glad it wasn't the front. They go for $800+.

 

[R Racing]

Are you sure your rear axles are just not out left to right instead of front to back ?Its normal for a deuce and 5 tons to have the axles move left to right arount 2 "s its seen more in the middle axle than the rear. they move like that under hard turning and make lovely noise lol .

 

[1redgmc]

The weekend was spent working up firewood and (other) vehicle maintenance. It was too dang cold and windy to crawl under the deuce to mess with this. It sure ain't goin' no where right now but I've got everything lined up to take detailed measurements to share with you guys so you can give me your diagnostic opinions.

More to follow (soon I hope).

Thanks

 

[doghead]

Pictures would help alot

 

[1redgmc]

Pictures would help alot

Yes sir. Got me a new digital camera and this is the perfect opportunity to try it out. Copious pictures will follow. Supposed to snow here tomorrow so it might be a couple days before I can pull it all together.

I am as anxious to hear what your opinion is as you might be for pictures!

 

[DieselBob]

Yes sir. Got me a new digital camera and this is the perfect opportunity to try it out. Copious pictures will follow.

Don't forget to charge the battery. No need to go into how I know this helps.

 

[1redgmc]

Don't forget to charge the battery. No need to go into how I know this helps.

Battery? This thing has a battery to charge? I thought they charged themselves? At least that is what the kid who sold it to me said.

I think I am in hi-tech trouble. I knew I shoulda kept that Polaroid. Life was much simpler then...

Next you'll tell me I shouldn't have thrown away that box and the instructions!

 

[1redgmc]

No pictures or additional information for tonite. Snowing here, have to get ready the plow truck ready so my neighbors will be happy in the morning. Will try AGAIN once this weather breaks.

 

[doghead]

Good luck with the snow! Enjoy it while you have it!