Date: Mon, 02 Feb 2004 17:26:29 +0000 From: Grunff <grunffnopsam.com> Subject: Re: inner drive axle
John B wrote: > I have reason to suspect that the inner drive axle (or the bearings thereof) is > worn on my c900 (118,000 miles). I'm getting occasional, relatively subtle > vibration under load esp. when turning. > > So my question is: can I let this gradually get worse for awhile, or does it > warrant immediate replacement? It really depends on what's causing the vibration. A dry CV joint will eventually seize, sometimes with catastophic results. I'd say you need to get under there and take a good look. Inspect the CV boots (the outer joints, near the wheels) and the inner joint boots. Any of them split? -- Grunff