Thank you from the bottom of my heart and thank you so much for watching!

Will this kit work for a 96 gmc sonoma 4.3 4x4? And whats the part number ?

Thanks Dan and thanks for watching.

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You're very welcome, William. Good luck with the job.

Could you cover the bad actuator vacuum switch? Thanks!

Hi Joseph, I wouldn't advise to do that. Thanks for watching!

@@TerenceDIY LOL, that made me laugh, I meant could you do a video on how to replace the bad actuator vacuum switch.?

I am sorry Joseph. I misinterpreted your question. If I had the truck still, I would happily do the video for you. Let me look into my 1999 Tahoe to see if the setup is the same. If so, I will do a video on it. Once again, I apologize.

Thank you.

Thank you very much, Skip L.

Hi Yak South SC, Unfortunately, it's nearly impossible to find the Front Drive Axle Clutch sleeve in the aftermarket world. Trust me, I searched high and low trying to find the best deal. Thanks for watching!

You're very welcome.

I'm confused on what way the thrust spacers go. Any help or tips you can share? Thanks in advance

Thanks Keith. Good luck with the job when you decide to do it. Thanks for watching!

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching!

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Thank you sooo much. I listed all of the parts and where I found them in the description box.

Ho Warren Lippencott, I am SO sorry for the delayed response. I haven't received a notification or an email regarding comments since Aug 5th! I can't believe my comments stopped working. KZfaq finally partially fixed the issue. I am glad my video helped you. Thanks for watching!

I am glad my video helped you, Donnie. The music in this video is from KZfaq playlist. Thanks for watching!

Thank you very much, Kevin. I am glad I can help.

Hi Debra Trawick! Lol. Sure could have used help then. Thanks for watching.

Hi Daxton, I don't think it's of any significance. You can go back with how yours came out. Thanks for watching!

You're very welcome.

Hi, the parts are in the description box. Thanks for watching.

If my memory serves me correct, I believe I was able to do it without removing the tie rod/ball joint. Thank youy SO much for watching.

That sounds like that maybe your issue. I would lift it to see if I can visually see or hear where the noise is exactly coming from when the wheels are turning.

So does that washer inside fit differently on different cars? Mine was sitting inside different then yours was…. Was debating on putting it back like yours was or mine….

The way I installed the washer on my was how it was from the factory. The 4x4 worked great after I finished fixing it. I'm not sure if it was installed differently. It would be very weird if it was.

Sorry for not communicating what I was doing. This and a few others were a learning process for me as far as the best way to get the content out knowing that everyone doesn't speak English.

You're definitely going to have to remove quite a few things to drop that oil pan. You might have to remove the motor mounts bolts as well so you will be able to jack up the motor for clearance. Thanks for watching.

@@TerenceDIYHoo boy. And with no oil pan, I wonder where the jack point is to lift engine? Oh, this is frustrating 😂

The only for sure way to lift it would be to use a hoist. However, I have seen guys use blocks under the crankshaft pulley and jacked it up there.

Is it the - Front drive axle clutch sleeve 26036092-?

Here are some links to the part.... cmgearworks.com/product/gm-chevy-s10-7-25ifs-slider-slide-collar-4x4-front-axle-7-25/ www.jimellisbuickgmcmogparts.com/p/GMC_1999_Sonoma/SLEEVE/53554931/26036092.html

Thanks. I used the KZfaq music when I recorded this video. I should have just narrated it. Sorry.

Gracias.

Hi Gerardo, 75w-90 full synthetic. Thanks for watching!

thank you for the knowledge that you put in your videos! Awesome man!

Looks like it’s flat side towards driver side.

Yep. At 21:36 I show the assembly.

@@TerenceDIY The most God awful part if having everything back together and not being able to get the damn cable to click into the spring clip. OMG! No way I can pre-attach cable and lift the entire assembly up and hope to mate all the gears. And you'd have silicone gasket crap all over everything.

Hi Jay, were you able to get it to seat??

@@TerenceDIY Yes! :) I had the wheels turned all the way. I straightened them out. I started the engine for just a second whatever it was I did that seemed to put everything back into place :) It is seated and I'm headed for the finish line :) Thanks for the reply! :)

@@jayb9687 that's awesome!!

Hi, I am pretty sure you can find an GM OEM set on here (link below). However, you may have to buy the pieces individually. www.gmpartsdirect.com/search?search_str=FRONT+differential+carrier+gear+kit

@@TerenceDIY thank you for your video once again. Are there any noticable symptoms of these gears are washers going bad?

@@mattyt531 Absolutely! you can hear the gear grinding and clicking while in four wheel drive. It's extremely noticeable.

@@TerenceDIY thank you for the response. I have recently replaced my transfer case vacuum switch because this noise was going on while in 2wd. I haven't had the noise since and not in 4x4. Wasn't sure how damaged it was.

What year is your Blazer?

@@TerenceDIY 2003 crew cab

Thank you.

Hi MontanaMuzach, I don't the truck will run properly if you do that. Not only will you get all sorts of trouble codes, but there will be an imbalance within the drivetrain.Thanks, Terence

I asked because my 4wd was engaged, I didn't know it, and drove 100 miles on the highway before hearing a bang. Not sure if the diff is toast or what. Makes bad noises now, and the shaft from the t case to the front diff spins freely. I don't drive it now, but hoping for a cheap, less labor intensive way to get it back on the road and don't really need 4wd.

Hi, I list the part numbers and where I found them in the description box. Let me know if you were able to find them. If not, I will find them for you. Thanks, Terence

Hi rob27926, sorry for the late response. We are currently moving so I have been off the channel for a while. Unfortunately, you may have to remove the shaft to replace that seal. However, I am not 99 percent sure because I don't have the Sonoma anymore and I posted this some time ago. Thanks,

Hi Keith, I highly doubt you have the same issue as me. Mine grinded for quite a while before it completely stopped working. When you press the 4-wheel drive button, does the light continuously blink or does it function properly? Also, it's funny that you are mentioning this, because my 99 Tahoe just did the same thing. The four wheel drive stopped working out of nowhere. I believe I snapped an axle. I won't be able to tell for sure until I get under it in a few days but I am almost positive. If one of the axles are snapped, the other one will not function in which will disable the 4-wheel drive. Also, is there anyway you can see if your front drive shaft engages when you press the 4-wheel drive button? That will help a lot if I knew this. I'm just trying to rule out if you are having an issue at the transfer case. Thanks, Terence

@@TerenceDIY thanks again for getting back so quick as I'm spending all kinds of money getting prepared for this little venture. This switch was non-functional and it was a strange thing because it was a contact issue where I would need a special tool to push the pins through or possibly a cold solder joint. What corrected the problem was ever so light pressure on the back plate of the four wheel drive switch so I drilled a clearance hole and a small tap hole and put a wood screw through and just put pressure on it and it's been fine. Typical backyard mechanic. You can hear very clearly four wheel High and four wheel low when you push the button the relay works on the passenger side and you can feel the engagement of the transfer case. That was the first thing I checked. with it in two-wheel drive I can freely spend the front axle excuse me front drive shaft when I engage in four wheel low or high it locks that short front drive shaft. When I pull the actuator cable to its fullest and lock it there's nothing the drive shaft does not engage. I never heard anything snap or go nuts and I'm kind of new to the four-wheel drive stuff as far as repair. I'm an air-cooled VW past Motorhead as I had a machine shop and clearance the case with the program I wrote for 2174 160 horsepower 71 Super beetle, show car and was right on the edge of buying a Pauter short block for 14,000 that would produce 350 horsepower but a lot of mods to the already finished car had to be done and divorce happened. That's a lot of personal information but that's my background mechanically and I race quarter midgets and have my hand on many tractor engines diesel. So I don't know what I'm going to find when I finally get into this the last thing on my list and having some tight financial issues is that beautiful tool you used right angle impact wrench or maybe just a wrench as I can snap them loose and then use it to get the screws out better in difficult area. Again thanks this was lengthy thanks for taking the time to read and answering my questions you've been a great help.

Hey Terence. Finally a great day in PA for this job. Started late, work, but I'm hung up. Can't seem to get the clearance to pull the splined axle out completely out of the wheel bearing. Took the tie rod off still not enough. Upper ball joint & control arm were replaced few months back & only drivers side lower ball joint. My mechanic said it was a bear. Is my only option now to remove passenger side lower ball joint? Am i missing something? Can the axle tube be removed to try and gain some clearance? Appreciate your help. Thanks

Hi Keith, did you remove the passenger side upper ball joint? Please let me know. Thanks,

@@TerenceDIY Hello & literally just ,"FINISHED"!! Upper, lower ball joints, tie rod, brake caliper and just for the hell of it the shock at the bottom only. My eBay Milwaukee impact wrench was a little lame but it managed to get things apart. It's all back together the four wheel drive gear was torn up but now it engages and I'm waiting for the posi lock kit to come cuz I'm not doing that vacuum stuff anymore! I started at 9:00 it's after 3:00 it's about 1 2° out and I can feel my 61 year old knees. Thanks for getting back it is a bit of a job but I'm getting more familiar with my vehicle. Take care of my friend.

The Yukon is similar, however, this is geared toward the smaller SUV's and pickups. As far as the play in your axle shaft, I would have to look at it to figure out the issue.

Hi, below is the link to the fluid that I would use... Once you drain it, you will need about 2.4 quarts to refill it. shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/gm-auto-trak-ii-transfer-case-fluid-338-oz-10-4017/10628688-p?c3ch=PLA&c3nid=10628688-P&adtype=pla&product_channel=online&store_code=&gclid=CjwKCAiA5o3vBRBUEiwA9PVzar9XTdKWGJrHklXwX8KfZh8Hkcb268mSrq8Zks3avlPMOCR07yH0NxoCexYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Sorry for the lengthy video. I am only here to help. Thanks for watching.

Maybe dry rotted vacuum line.

Hi Matthew Hodge, I know this is a very late response and I do apologize about that, but I used RTV Permatex Blue Silicon. Any color gasket maker would work. Once again, sorry for the late reply. I've been working on a short documentary about health for a while and I will be uploading to the channel soon. Thank you.

Terence's KZfaq its no problem. Thank you for your response and thank you for your video, it was very helpful in rebuilding my front differential.

You're very welcome, Matthew Hodge. Have a wonderful year!

I bought it at GM parts East. Thank you.

Awesome! Great Video!

Hi Daniel, the grinding sound is from the worn down gear not able to engage. It sounds like metal binding together and you'll hear some clicking at times. It's really difficult to explain, but you can definitely tell the gears are grinding.

Hi Sam, sorry for the late reply. The grinding does sound like it is coming from that area. And, most likely it is (common issue). As far as parts, this was some time ago however, I believe I managed to get them for a little over $100. Thanks for watching!

Terence's KZfaq thank would be the same as changing the front differential?

Hi Sam, changing the front differential requires a lot more work. This only requires moving certain parts to change the worn parts. Thanks,

This was the perfect vid .. It is also the steps needed to remove the oil pan .. The whole axle must be removed including the diff.. By removing the center link (a must) and the oil pan is easy from there

Gear Kit 600-561

Hi Orlando, if your truck is experiencing this issue, the 4 wheel drive will not engage. You can hear it clearly trying as the gears are grinding, but the front wheels will not move. Thanks for watching!

Gear Kit 600-561

Hi Clinton, Sorry for the late response. I am in the midst of a privacy fence build that I am filming so I have been very busy. Differential Carrier Gear Kit 600-561 (make sure it has the sleeve!) Thanks for watching!

Hi Izom, it sounds like the gears are worn in the transfer case or a bad axle. It's hard for me to tell since I can't hear the noise in person.

Sorry about that, James. Thanks for watching!

@@TerenceDIY video looks good, I was just disappointed not being able to hear it. wasn't meant to sound bad just wanted the narrative.

No problem, James! Thanks again for watching!

Hi Rufus, I can't find it online either. You may have to go to a salvage yard to find it. Or find the piece used on eBay.

I agree. Sorry.

Hi Alexis, this is an older video. I talk through all of them now. Thanks for the advice.