2014 2500 6.7L Rattle in Frontend

[gsbrockman]

Yeah as I am starting to understand it, it's pretty labor intensive also. I may try one side tonight, but need to get the replacements anyway. Going to grab Moog super strength u-joints

https://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/...am-3500-tradesman-drw-4x4-3.html#post26763146

 

[jgruberman]

Axle shaft universal joint was the first thing I thought of hearing your first video but thought nah....it cant be THAT bad.

I'm sure you have already drawn the same conclusion but that should definitely not be driven until fixed!

So the truck isn't drivable until I get those joints replaced? I'm hoping I can take it up the road to get replacement parts at least?

 

[JR]

So the truck isn't drivable until I get those joints replaced? I'm hoping I can take it up the road to get replacement parts at least?

I certainly would not drive it anywhere off your property....

Your truck, your call. It may make it. If it doesn't and that universal comes apart it's gonna take ALOT of collateral damage with it not to mention leave you on the side of the road in need of a tow. The risks just aren't worth it pard.

 

[JR]

How long have you had this truck? Buy it from a dealer? Private owner?

 

[jgruberman]

How long have you had this truck? Buy it from a dealer? Private owner?

Used As-Is from dealer. I'm in Texas.

 

[JR]

I have little to no experience buying used from a dealer. But if you literally just got this truck and the noise was present it seems as though there could be a case for selling an unsafe vehicle. If they're the least bit concerned about their reputation you might have a leg to stand on in terms of getting it repaired on their dime. Or maybe at least part of it. That's not right selling a 4 year old truck in that condition - again assuming it was bought with the problem.

I really do hope you get things sorted out.

 

[jgruberman]

I have little to no experience buying used from a dealer. But if you literally just got this truck and the noise was present it seems as though there could be a case for selling an unsafe vehicle. If they're the least bit concerned about their reputation you might have a leg to stand on in terms of getting it repaired on their dime. Or maybe at least part of it. That's not right selling a 4 year old truck in that condition - again assuming it was bought with the problem.

I really do hope you get things sorted out.

I did mention the sound and I wasn't able to replicate it to him but heard it several times. I think his assumption was because it was a diesel

 

[Ozymandias]

Well, i see a heavy 3" lift in that truck, front and rear.

 

[jgruberman]

Well, i see a heavy 3" lift in that truck, front and rear.

Interesting. What are you seeing to identify that?

 

[Newsa]

Used As-Is from dealer. I'm in Texas.

Some dealers have a 12 month warranty because they are supposed to check the condition of what they sell used. Ask the dealer first before doing anything..... Just to be sure you are not already covered?

 

[Newsa]

Some dealers have a 12 month warranty because they are supposed to check the condition of what they sell used. Ask the dealer first before doing anything..... Just to be sure you are not already covered?

. Used Car Rule

If your dealership sells more than five used vehicles in a 12-month period, you’re on the hook for complying with the FTC’s Used Car Rule. The Used Car Rule applies in every state except Maine and Wisconsin.

 

[jgruberman]

Some dealers have a 12 month warranty because they are supposed to check the condition of what they sell used. Ask the dealer first before doing anything..... Just to be sure you are not already covered?

I texted my sales guy the problem and he replied back with a link for a local repair shop... lol

 

[jgruberman]

Here's the buyers guide.

 

[Ozymandias]

Interesting. What are you seeing to identify that?

Rear Axle track bar bracket, rear and front bump stops, longer and bracket.
And the picture of the entire truck, it is clearly a lift kit installed.

 

[jgruberman]

I'm in the process of replacing the U joints, and I'm almost done with the 2nd one and I completely forgot to check ahead of time what the torque specs were on all the front end suspension components. I'm using voice to text because my hands are covered in grease, so if anyone happens to have those torque specs available, I would greatly appreciate it to be posted here . Thank you for everything so far, it's been very helpful and a very warm welcome to the forum

 

[GrantP]

Interesting. What are you seeing to identify that?

Track bar relocation bracket in the back, and the rear bumpstop lowering spacer.

 

[GrantP]

Rear Axle track bar bracket, rear and front bump stops, longer and bracket.
And the picture of the entire truck, it is clearly a lift kit installed.

You beat me to it Ozy.

 

[jgruberman]

Replacing both u joints fixed the rattle

 

[JR]

Good work! That's a substantial job to take on such short notice.

 

[jgruberman]

Good work! That's a substantial job to take on such short notice.

Thank you! I appreciate the help in diagnosing it all