Something's sticking

[fishntruck]

When I brake, coming to a stop or even just a rolling stop, I'm hearing a clunk and sounds like something, either brake or rear-end or transfer case, is sticking. If I let up on the brake and start out slow it often doesn't happen, but usually does. Not sure what could be causing it, as the brakes are all good. I'm gonna replace the transfer case fluid just to be safe, because a friend of mine with an F150 had a similar problem. Mine's a 97 XLT 4x4, 4.0L w/5-spd auto. Bought it used from a kid who didn't do any maintenance on it or have it done by someone who could. Already replaced front U-joints & one front axle, door switch & dome light (he removed it), EGR valve & Idle Air control. Next will be the clock spring (horn & cruise) & multi-use switch for the wipers. I'm hoping to tow a small trailer up north in a couple of weeks and don't want to tear anything up. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks.

Jeff

 

[GOODOLEBOY84]

check your pinion nut on your rear axle ive seen them come loose before and cause that kind of complaint

 

[huvik]

I have the same problem, it is because my hubs are stuck locked, along with worn u-joints. when I brake the u-joint shifts and the yokes turn into each other and make the clunking noise.

 

[Yellowsplash]

Grease the slip yoke with a good quality grease. Also, check the radius arm bushings and all other suspension components to ensure theyre nice and tight, including bolts...