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Virgin TJ issues....

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Gastank:
Ok guys,
Here's one for you to nuke out. Virgin 97 TJ, bone stock with 31 all terrains. driving is true, but on acceleration there is a consistent grind at low speed and whine at high speed. I'm hoping it's not what I think it might be.... but any insight would be great.
Thanks round-eyes!
GT

calvynandhobbs:
How many miles? Where does the noise seem to be coming from? Could it be a wheel bearing? Wheel bearings will have a lower toned grinding sound at lower speeds and then the pitch will increase as speed increases.

Axle:
That, or it could be a ujoint for the front axle or one of your driveshafts.

Gastank:
When the guy told me about it, I thought it might be a wheel bearing... but when I drove it it showed no signs of wheel bearing. I thought it might be u joint, but they seem good. no play in them at all... they are non-greasable. Next saturday, I'm going to give it a once over, Transfer case, tranny, pull the u-joints and slap some grease in there see what happens. I have seen where a ring/pinion setup incorrectly gives the same indications, but it was fine when he shipped it so I'm not too concerned with the diff. I plan on checking the fluid in there too though. Thanks for the input.
GT

PaulW:
It's too hard to diagnosis of a keyboard.  Someone would have to look at it in person.  Does the sound increase/decrease when you turn corners??

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