jacob80 Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Hey guys, This past weekend, I attended the Midwest Z Fest and had an absolute blast! Unfortunately, I was experiencing some vibrations at higher speeds and I want to say I have a bad CV axle, but would like to confirm it with you guys. Here are the symptoms: 1) Vibration at higher speeds 2) Metallic clicking noise under mid-high acceleration. The only way I could describe this is if you were touching a screwdriver to the spokes of a fast moving bicycle wheel. I went ahead and pulled the axles and checked my wheel bearings, but there didn't appear to be any kind of grinding/scraping of any kind either in the bearings or in the CV axle joints. I'm scared because I'm using the VLSD from an '88 SS Z31 and I KNOW it is going to be tough to find these axles. Other than this, the car ran PHENOMENALLY and handled very well. I would really appreciate the help guys, I would like to get out on the track at least one more time before winter. Thank you HybridZ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatBlack Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Check your driveshaft to diff yoke bolts. I've had them come loose on me before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodoldjam Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 (edited) If it was a CV joint, they can be rebuilt at a driveline shop. You could probably go through your CV's and see if any feel rough or excessively loose. What works for me more than half the time, is before I remove anything. I go through and see if I can find any excessive play just by trying to move things with my hand . Usually if something is worn I can get it to make a click and if something is really bad it has noticeable movement. Edited September 5, 2010 by goodoldjam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacob80 Posted September 5, 2010 Author Share Posted September 5, 2010 (edited) Ill check those, Matt. Ill also go through the whole drivetrain and see if I can find any excessive play. I'm happy to hear that my CV shafts can be serviced, because like I said, I believe it will be VERY hard to find another set. I was able to find some brand new ones directly from Nissan for a heft price of $900+ a piece! If anyone else has any advice that may help, I would appreciate it. Thank you guys! Edited September 6, 2010 by jacob80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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