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  1. ken

    Grinding sound when braking after installing new Half Shafts and removing shims

    Try reinstalling the shims. If it stops then it is binding. If not then something is broken. This will eliminate the possibility of binding. Also remove the brake rotors and inspect them for hair line cracks. Maybe one was cracked during the shaft install. They may have been overheated in the...
  2. ken

    Grinding sound when braking after installing new Half Shafts and removing shims

    Reinstall the shims. Removing them moved the geared hubs closer to the diff. This removed the clearance. They are binding while braking and in reverse. I understand you do not hear anything while driving forward. That dose not mean there is enough clearance. This is also binding the bearings...
  3. ken

    Grinding sound when braking after installing new Half Shafts and removing shims

    I assume you are talking about the shims behind the top Arms trying to square the rear tires to the ground. Try reinstalling the shims. Removing them may have taken up any slack. This would make the shafts a little too long and make the joints bind. When you lift the truck to check rotation, the...
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