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Question: when i put my truck in drive. it makes a thumping noise at 5to10 mph at rearend

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hershery, 4.6L V8, Canton, MI, February 10, 2012, 16:41
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then the noise stops when i go of 10mph.

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    csubak30 February 10, 2012, 17:09
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    With the limited info. it could be a lot of things. Rear differential could be going bad or low on fluid. Warp on rear brakes somewhere. Need more info. please.

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    patrick mannion from Greg Solow's Engine Room, February 10, 2012, 20:31
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    Also check the drive shaft U-Joints!

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