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[dazed]

Yeah I'm sure its completely normal for a Jeep especially with 120k on the clock. But I'm currently drawing up a list of what needs doing to the ZJ (4.0 Auto Orvis) as i am considering cutting my losses and moving to something else.

So what I have is a whine from the rear axle when its not under load, so I accelerate no noise, back off the gas and coast theres a gentle whine, its not major. So my question is.. is it normal or a sign of something serious? I know its difficult (impossible) to diagnose a noise on the 'net but you lot are a knowledgeable bunch.

It's due an MOT in a few weeks, the weathers getting worse so I think I'm heading towards a decent time to sell up. That then raises loads of decisions about what to replace it with...

[Nosebolt]

I get the exact same noise on my ZJ, having just done a axle rebuild I know what it is, in my case its worn spider gears, left it as I will be fitting a locker when fluff permits but for now you should flush and refill with oil and ADDITIVE and maybe consider using 130 like in the tow pack.

[dazed]

Ah ok thanks for the info. Although I was secretly hoping someone would say... "ohh probably expensive, get rid". 

[allante666]

Wow that sounds expensive! I'd get rid if I was you!

(How was that?)

[Mike Pavelin]

Whine when coasting is generally down to worn pinion bearings. ££££