Cadillac CTS-V 2004-2007 (Gen I) The Caddy with an Attitude...

Help!!!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 12-29-2010, 03:14 AM
  #1  
On The Tree
Thread Starter
 
JOHN STEPHENS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Piedmont Oklahoma
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default Help!!!

Ok, I have a 2004 CTSV with 62,000 miles. When there is a rapid change of power and when I let of the gas and get back on it there is a clunk in the rear. Also it seems like when I turn it binds sometime. And slight whine in a few gears. I was wondering if I would be better off just replacing the whole rear end? Or what should I replace? And from who should I get the parts?

Thanks guys!
Old 12-29-2010, 03:34 AM
  #2  
TECH Senior Member
iTrader: (18)
 
itsslow98's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Maryland
Posts: 6,768
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts

Default

could be just a rear diff bushing. could also be something like a bad CV. take it to a shop and get it checked out if you dont know what to look for.
Old 12-29-2010, 03:55 AM
  #3  
On The Tree
Thread Starter
 
JOHN STEPHENS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Piedmont Oklahoma
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I know what to look for I just didn't know where to start. I'm 18 Im in high school. I've got a lift in my shop at home. Thanks for the reply.

What if the rear end does need replaced would you just buy a gen III or IV diff and some axles?
Old 12-29-2010, 04:00 AM
  #4  
TECH Senior Member
iTrader: (18)
 
itsslow98's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Maryland
Posts: 6,768
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts

Default

Originally Posted by JOHN STEPHENS
I know what to look for I just didn't know where to start. I'm 18 Im in high school. I've got a lift in my shop at home. Thanks for the reply.

What if the rear end does need replaced would you just buy a gen III or IV diff and some axles?
If thats the problem then yes, Gen 4 diff and some axles. If thats not the cause your wasting $2500 bucks. BTW what power did you put down.
Old 12-29-2010, 04:15 AM
  #5  
On The Tree
Thread Starter
 
JOHN STEPHENS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Piedmont Oklahoma
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I havnt got around to putting it on a dyno yet. So you estimate is as good as mine!
It's going on the dyno soon my motor guy that dynos my sprint car is going to dyno it for me now that it's not racing season. I'm pretty sure it can be leaned out and run stronger.
Old 12-29-2010, 09:20 AM
  #6  
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (6)
 
punishmentcycle's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: CT
Posts: 1,681
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post

Default

get it on the lift and try to push up on the front of the diff pinion..when mine went bad i was literally able to raise the front of the diff a good inch..also check for stains on the oil pan.. the binding in the steering could be a bad motor mount..another sign is deisel'n when shuting down... get some polly motor and diff mounts and youll never look back
Old 12-29-2010, 02:23 PM
  #7  
On The Tree
Thread Starter
 
JOHN STEPHENS's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Piedmont Oklahoma
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

How much will that set me back and where do I get it from.



Quick Reply: Help!!!



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:14 PM.