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Old 08-31-2007, 08:49 PM
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c-clip or bad axle?

Well I've got a 92 T/A with the 3.23 gears, I've been hearing a grinding noise when making a left turn coming from the right wheel. First thought was the axle bearings. Well when I changed my brake pads I noticed a nice groove cut into the pads, couldn't figure out why tho. Well I got the new bearings, pulled the right axle installed the bearing and noticed the c-clip. The clip has a groove cut into the top portion on one side and a nice wear pattern on the other. Is there a way to tell if it's just the c-clip that is bad or is it the groove in the axle? Is there a thickness I can measure for? I appreciate the help. Thanks
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Re: c-clip or bad axle?

for the price i would instal NEW GM c-clips to see if the noise goes away.
while you are in there pull the carrier out and inspect the bearings and races one of those two and i think you will find your problem.
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Re: c-clip or bad axle?

thanks for the reply, can't seem to find the c-clips anywhere, I'll have to check with gm tomorrow.
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Re: c-clip or bad axle?

definately get the GM c- clips.
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Re: c-clip or bad axle?

you wouldn't happen to have a part # would you?
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Re: c-clip or bad axle?

Alright I've been looking all morning trying to find these damn c-clips and I can't find anything. Does anyone have any idea where someone could locate them? thanks
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