WhiteStallion00

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I changed my shocks this weekend and noticed that I seem to have a little more play in the rearend than I think I should (but I'm not an expert on rearends). Today I noticed a clanking noise coming from the rear when coasting to a stop under about 25 mph (it sounds like the driver side, but that may be because that's where I sit).

IMPORTANT CLUE: The noise seems to subside when I apply the brakes and it "follows" speed in that it sounds like it clanks about once per tire rotation (or maybe twice?). There's no grinding noise, but there is a hissing sound coming form the rearend and has been for a long time now. I had the gears replaced with 3.73's a couple years ago by Northwest Differential in Kirkland (reputable shop).

Any ideas on the noise would be appriciated, but also looking for a GOOD rearend shop in Portland (preferably sw/nw).

01T-TopToy

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Two I would recommend. TJ Wongs in Vancouver. Costs a bit, but top notch guy. Or if you want a slightly less expensive shop but still Reputable. Try Six States in Portland. They sell and install. PM me if you want details about my install I had done there. Eaton Locker. 3.73 GM Motives and SKF bearings for less then you would think. It's been near 15k miles since install.
I wanted to use TJ. but simply didn't have that much cash.

99blancoSS

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I'll second Tommy ! Re-built mine and did and excellent job.

Elliott's94Z

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No doubt that Tom will do you good. If you want some quality work done here in Portland I would suggest Paden out by Sandy BLVD. He installed my 3.73 and driveline and did a great job! 503-252-5112