2000 Drivetrain noises

[torinouk]

My 73 2000 has developed some nasty noises which I beleive are coming from somewhere along the drivetrain. It's fine when idling and at speed but seems to occur when taking up drive. I was thinking it could be propshaft or UJs, but first thought I'd get some opinions here on the flexible rubber mounting at the front of the final drive.

I have taken a video and was wondering if it looks like the rubber mounting has too much play in it? When stationary the prop doesn't touch the mount but is very close.

Here is the video. Any thoughts or comments welcomed.

propshaft

 

[Chalky]

I'd change that. Play looks excessive

 

[Vern Klukas]

I'd agree with Chalky, that front mount looks to be worn out.

Yours
Vern

 

[torinouk]

Thanks guys, I've just ordered a new mount so hopefully that will cure the nasty noises!

 

[torinouk]

Just an update... I replaced the rubber mount. The old one was rather worn and mushy. However this wasn't the source of the noise. I later discovered a worn halfshaft UJ. One of the prongs on the spider had lost all it's needle bearings! Got a new UJ from Wins and all good now.

 

[Chalky]

The excessive movement from mount might have knocked the uj out.