Front Driveshaft?

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fishin'liberty

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So I originally thought my passenger side cv was going bad, but after further inspection today there is very minimal play. There is a small leak from where it would connect with the intermediate shaft, could this just be a seal issue? Also I checked my front drive shaft. It is able to spin in about 180 degree motion. I was wondering if this is normal or if it is time to replace it? Thank you in advance for all your help.
 

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Your leak sounds like it's an axle seal - cheap to replace. Easy too, once you get the CV joint removed.

A mild bit of play in the front driveshaft is okay, but 180-degrees sounds quite excessive!!
 

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found the axle seal on moparpartsamerica.com. whats the best way to check the front driveshaft for any problems? No play in it at either joint, but when i grab the middle I can spin it. No movement when trying to shake it.
 

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found the axle seal on moparpartsamerica.com. whats the best way to check the front driveshaft for any problems? No play in it at either joint, but when i grab the middle I can spin it. No movement when trying to shake it.

The front driveshaft should be solid with no play anywhere. It may wiggle but rotational play is a sign its done. Did you check the CV at the transfer case? make sure the boot is still there and no grease is painted on the bottom of the jeep. I don't' understand how you can have no play at either joint but you can spin the shaft. Are the tires off the ground?
 

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