excessive end play

[biddaum]

what causes rear axle end play. 98 explorer, limited slip 3.73 ratio i believe.

both axles move in and out alot.

I took the axles out and the c clips and axles dont look worn.

 

[Hahnsb2]

Worn clutch plates in the LS.

 

[Will]

Probably normal. How did you conclude that an inspection was required? Toss a dial indicator on it and tell us what "a lot" is.

 

[metalmacguyver]

Some endplay, up to about 1/8", is normal.

 

[biddaum]

Well the rear end has alot of growling noise in the pumpkin area, gear lash is very minimal. End play is almost up to .25 . Since it has rear disc brakes would think that you wouldn't want any end play since that would cause the calipers to move alot.