romulin
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• Smyrna, GA, USA |
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• Registered on 8/27/2003 |
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 Posted:8/27/2003 13:42 |
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This is my very first post. I have a 2003 Excursion Limited. PROBLEM: At 80 mph I have a slight vibration and a very noticable roar coming from the rear of the vehicle. I don't know if it is the drive shaft or the limited slip differential but I'm fairly sure it is from that area of the car. I only have 2,500 miles on the vehicle and the problem started as soon as I drove it off the dealership lot. I'm positive that it is not the tires or wheels. From 0 to 80 the ride is perfect and only starts at 80 mph. Before I take it back to the dealership to have them look at it I would love to hear some ideas what it might be. I have had some real nightmares with dealerships not finding the problem to my vehicles. |
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RS-TX
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• Little River, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 11/22/2002 |
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 Posted:8/27/2003 16:19 |
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Hey Brian, welcome!
The solution to your problem is clear - don't drive over 75mph.   Just kidding.
When I got my 2000 X used it had about 45,000 miles. It had a terrible resonance and vibration, and it turned out to be the rear drive shaft. It was out of round. My dealer fixed it free of charge and I have had no problems since. My X would do it's thing at any speed above 45 or so. At 65 it was almost painful to be in the cab. Now it is quiet and civil.
I don't have any idea how you would be able to check your drive shaft without proper tools and/or equipment. I would suspect a dealer would be the best place to take it. Good luck and let us know how it comes out.
Rick
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romulin
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• Smyrna, GA, USA |
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• Registered on 8/27/2003 |
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Posted:8/27/2003 16:40 |
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Thank you for the response. This sounds like it could be the problem. I will take this info to the dealer.
Brian |
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