I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

LaraWilde · 05-08-2009, 08:25 PM

Before I left on my road trip I went to an underbody specialist because I had a nasty rattle under my Chev - they put it over the pit and said it was fine.

This week I was cruising along doing 100km per hour when there is a massive bang and there smoke flies out and everything goes pear shaped and fast.
I pull over and look underneath to see diesel pouring out on the bitumen and my baby in pain.

The tail shaft sheared off and when it got loose it took out my fuel lines and a chunk of my gear box/transfer case. Am I up for a new drive line.

Thinking this is her vote for the putting her in the shed for a total rebuild and buy a new car in the mean time argument. I am looking at a new Jeep Wrangler 2 door.

Any advice?

*Dylan · 05-08-2009, 08:29 PM

Wow! I'm sorry to hear about that! I hope you get her fixed up real soon.

rod86 · 05-08-2009, 08:30 PM

damn girl, u just rnt having any luck...

that sure is messed up... here hav a hug.

CG · 05-08-2009, 08:31 PM

Glad that didnt happen on your trip. As much as I love our old trucks there is something to be said about hopping into a new ride and knowing you're going to get where you wanna go. (most of the time)

LaraWilde · 05-08-2009, 08:32 PM

Insurance won't fix the shaft but they will fix the damage the shaft did

LaraWilde · 05-08-2009, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CG

Glad that didnt happen on your trip. As much as I love our old trucks there is something to be said about hopping into a new ride and knowing you're going to get where you wanna go. (most of the time)

It did happen on the trip. We are stuck 800km from home

CG · 05-08-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by LaraWilde

It did happen on the trip. We are stuck 800km from home

Doh...I thought you were back from your big trip...sorry!

LaraWilde · 05-08-2009, 09:13 PM

Nope and not sure how I am going to get home. We have a ute load of gear to cart too. It is going to be expensive if I have to put off work to nurse her back.

ETsC10 · 05-08-2009, 09:17 PM

Geeze Lara, that could have been really bad (as in getting hurt bad)!
You're one lucky gal! Sorry you broke your truck but look at it this way...
...a good incentive to replace more 40 year old parts!

Ouch, what a mess.

***Liz*** · 05-08-2009, 09:45 PM

Dang Lara.. I wish you the best on getting home and getting the baby pain free..

motos · 05-08-2009, 10:03 PM

Jeeps are junk but if you're going to buy one... A Wrangler / CJ model is the only one worth the expense.

BluTrukker · 05-08-2009, 10:13 PM

I didn't know that could even happen on these trucks. The only time I have ever seen that was on a military 5-ton being hammered in reverse in low range. Anyway, sorry that it happened. Try toyota instead of jeep. I have one for my DD. I love it, nice fit and finish and great mileage to boot. Just my .02

dan42 · 05-09-2009, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by BluTrukker

I didn't know that could even happen on these trucks. The only time I have ever seen that was on a military 5-ton being hammered in reverse in low range. Anyway, sorry that it happened. Try toyota instead of jeep. I have one for my DD. I love it, nice fit and finish and great mileage to boot. Just my .02

X2 - that looks like a total freak thing to happen - I've never seen anything like that before. I'm sorry to hear that, but don't get discouraged over your truck, that looks like something that could have happened to a newer vehicle as well. If you were here, it wouldn't be much to call around to a few junkyards to find the parts to get you home, but I don't suppose there's a lot of salvage yards with Chevrolets over there. I hope that it all works out for you.

rod86 · 05-09-2009, 01:24 AM

nope, no wrecking yards here with american stuff...

**Ron 586** · 05-09-2009, 01:31 AM

Sorry to hear of your truck troubles. Am I understanding you right that you are broke down and not at home yet? What a mess and no one close to help you. Good Luck.

OARNGESI · 05-09-2009, 02:08 AM

Sorry to hear that

LaraWilde · 05-09-2009, 02:15 AM

Can anyone tell from the pix if the hole is in the gear box or the transfer case?
I am miles from home and no help in sight. But we will be fine.
Near here a guy lost his leg when a similar thing happened and it flew up through the floor taking him out – a woman apparently had her car catapult when the rear shaft broke digging into the bitumen.
The bright side is I am safe and no major damage was done – just an inconvenience really.

big_al_71 · 05-09-2009, 10:36 AM

more of a reason to have a drive shaft loop. If you were near me I would come get you and help you with that truck.
Good Luck

PanelDeland · 05-09-2009, 11:19 AM

Sorry to see that happen Lara.It sucks that the people of OZ don't have as many members as the US.We have a great group here that are on an emergency contact list for just such things.I hope you get her fixed and get home safely.

texanidiot25 · 05-09-2009, 11:33 AM

There is a 4x4 'burb in my local junk yard. I have no clue it's drivetrain or if the drive shafts are still in it, but I can check next weekend when I go up there. If the 4x4 'burbs d-shaft will work for your truck. There's a few more 67-72s, but I don't remember of their 4x4 or 2wd.

I'd be happy to send parts your way though.

LaraWilde · 05-09-2009, 06:29 PM

Oh my Gosh you guys are amazing... thanx for the well wishes and the offers of support.
First off I need to get a complete diagnosis of what is wrong.
What is a drive shaft loop?

**leddzepp** · 05-09-2009, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by motos

Jeeps are junk but if you're going to buy one... A Wrangler / CJ model is the only one worth the expense.

A CJ is the only real Jeep. Wranglers (87-up) are plastic junk. The Rubicon has a well-built driveline, but is fugly imo.

LaraWilde · 05-09-2009, 06:55 PM

I am looking at the 2009 Wrangler.
Apparently they have a habit of catching fire... does anyone know more?

**truckdude239** · 05-09-2009, 06:58 PM

it is a half a circle of metal that bolts to the floor board and caughts the drive shaft in case ti breaks

LaraWilde · 05-09-2009, 07:01 PM

What a clever idea - I wish I had one of those - or even an underbody specialist who listened to me when I said something was wrong.

05-08-2009, 08:25 PM	#1
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Before I left on my road trip I went to an underbody specialist because I had a nasty rattle under my Chev - they put it over the pit and said it was fine. This week I was cruising along doing 100km per hour when there is a massive bang and there smoke flies out and everything goes pear shaped and fast. I pull over and look underneath to see diesel pouring out on the bitumen and my baby in pain. The tail shaft sheared off and when it got loose it took out my fuel lines and a chunk of my gear box/transfer case. Am I up for a new drive line. Thinking this is her vote for the putting her in the shed for a total rebuild and buy a new car in the mean time argument. I am looking at a new Jeep Wrangler 2 door. Any advice? Attached Images __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-08-2009, 08:29 PM	#2
*Dylan Mean Buzzin' Half Dozen Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 1,081	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Wow! I'm sorry to hear about that! I hope you get her fixed up real soon. __________________ "War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." MY TRUCK (Now for sale) 1967 C10 SWB *Dylan* IIMY?

05-08-2009, 08:30 PM	#3
rod86 great southern land Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: perth - australia Posts: 6,194	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting damn girl, u just rnt having any luck... that sure is messed up... here hav a hug. __________________ rod 86 chevy c10 silverado

05-08-2009, 08:31 PM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,872	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Glad that didnt happen on your trip. As much as I love our old trucks there is something to be said about hopping into a new ride and knowing you're going to get where you wanna go. (most of the time) __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … … Last edited by CG; 05-08-2009 at 08:31 PM.

05-08-2009, 08:32 PM	#5
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Insurance won't fix the shaft but they will fix the damage the shaft did __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-08-2009, 09:13 PM	#8
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Nope and not sure how I am going to get home. We have a ute load of gear to cart too. It is going to be expensive if I have to put off work to nurse her back. __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-08-2009, 09:17 PM	#9
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Geeze Lara, that could have been really bad (as in getting hurt bad)! You're one lucky gal! Sorry you broke your truck but look at it this way... ...a good incentive to replace more 40 year old parts! Ouch, what a mess.

05-08-2009, 09:45 PM	#10
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,744	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Dang Lara.. I wish you the best on getting home and getting the baby pain free..

05-08-2009, 10:03 PM	#11
motos Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Billings, MT Posts: 14	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Jeeps are junk but if you're going to buy one... A Wrangler / CJ model is the only one worth the expense.

05-08-2009, 10:13 PM	#12
BluTrukker BOHICA Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Stewartville, MN Posts: 440	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting I didn't know that could even happen on these trucks. The only time I have ever seen that was on a military 5-ton being hammered in reverse in low range. Anyway, sorry that it happened. Try toyota instead of jeep. I have one for my DD. I love it, nice fit and finish and great mileage to boot. Just my .02 __________________ Trying to save someone from their own stupidity is like teaching a pig to dance. It is a waste of your time, and it annoys the pig!

05-09-2009, 01:24 AM	#14
rod86 great southern land Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: perth - australia Posts: 6,194	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting nope, no wrecking yards here with american stuff... __________________ rod 86 chevy c10 silverado

05-09-2009, 01:31 AM	#15
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Sorry to hear of your truck troubles. Am I understanding you right that you are broke down and not at home yet? What a mess and no one close to help you. Good Luck. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

05-09-2009, 02:08 AM	#16
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Sorry to hear that __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

05-09-2009, 02:15 AM	#17
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Can anyone tell from the pix if the hole is in the gear box or the transfer case? I am miles from home and no help in sight. But we will be fine. Near here a guy lost his leg when a similar thing happened and it flew up through the floor taking him out – a woman apparently had her car catapult when the rear shaft broke digging into the bitumen. The bright side is I am safe and no major damage was done – just an inconvenience really. __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-09-2009, 10:36 AM	#18
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting more of a reason to have a drive shaft loop. If you were near me I would come get you and help you with that truck. Good Luck __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild



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05-09-2009, 11:19 AM	#19
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Sorry to see that happen Lara.It sucks that the people of OZ don't have as many members as the US.We have a great group here that are on an emergency contact list for just such things.I hope you get her fixed and get home safely. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil" Last edited by PanelDeland; 05-09-2009 at 11:19 AM.

05-09-2009, 11:33 AM	#20
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting There is a 4x4 'burb in my local junk yard. I have no clue it's drivetrain or if the drive shafts are still in it, but I can check next weekend when I go up there. If the 4x4 'burbs d-shaft will work for your truck. There's a few more 67-72s, but I don't remember of their 4x4 or 2wd. I'd be happy to send parts your way though.

05-09-2009, 06:29 PM	#21
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting Oh my Gosh you guys are amazing... thanx for the well wishes and the offers of support. First off I need to get a complete diagnosis of what is wrong. What is a drive shaft loop? __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-09-2009, 06:55 PM	#23
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting I am looking at the 2009 Wrangler. Apparently they have a habit of catching fire... does anyone know more? __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

05-09-2009, 06:58 PM	#24
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05-09-2009, 07:01 PM	#25
LaraWilde Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 1,069	Re: I just can't catch a break... My Chev is hurting What a clever idea - I wish I had one of those - or even an underbody specialist who listened to me when I said something was wrong. __________________ The story of the Chev http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lara-W...57722947611198 Pictures of my gorgeous baby: http://s629.photobucket.com/albums/u...rgeous%20Chev/ My personal blog - Bliss on the Blacktop www.blissontheblacktop.com

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