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1989 Coupe Six Speed Problem

Posted: 4/30/09 7:03pm Message 1 of 5
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Gloucester, VA - USA
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Vette(s): 1979 Coupe 1997 Coupe
Good when on pedal in 6th gear. When decelerating, huge vibration. Thoughts? Trying to help a friend.


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1989 Coupe Six Speed Problem

Posted: 4/30/09 7:33pm Message 2 of 5
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U-joints checked?


1989 Coupe Six Speed Problem

Posted: 4/30/09 8:21pm Message 3 of 5
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Duncanville, TX - USA
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Vette(s): 1985 Coupe-L98/Auto,Bright Red/Carmine. 1974 Coupe-L48/4speed, Medium Red Metallic/Black Deluxe.
Jim, does it only do this in 6th? That would indicate an internal trans problem, but that's a long-shot. The ZF units are pretty bullet proof normally. They do have a LOT of gear rattle, due to the size of the gears, and the clearance needed for them. Can't say that I've ever heard of one that would create a vibration only in one gear, tho...
Otherwise, I'd agree with the u-joints being the issue, either on the driveshaft itself, or one of the halfshafts. Might check the torque on the halfshaft nut in the center of the rear hubs. That can cause some wierd vibs.



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1989 Coupe Six Speed Problem

Posted: 5/2/09 2:09pm Message 4 of 5
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Only in 6th...and only coming off the gas


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Posted: 5/2/09 7:56pm Message 5 of 5
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Sounds like time for tranny werk...
Before digging any deeper, tho, I would first pull the driveshaft, and check the yoke, and the tailhousing bushing, to see if there was any major wear....



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