12v. engine and drivetrain question
 

Hey guys,
I'm looking at a 1996 4x4 5sp, and every time I shift and hit the go pedal, truck makes a funny clunking noise combined with a bit of a lurch (not from a crappy shift lol), doesn't sound like ujoints either.
Also, I noticed the valve cover gasket was juicing out a bit of oil. Is that a tough fix?
Thanks for the help, its much appreciated!
Ian

carrier bearing? pretty easy to tell....middle of the driveshaft.

Valve cover gaskets? easy.

mint, thanks 1320. Is the carrier bearing an easy fix too? I forgot to mention that it sounded like it was coming from the front...almost like the motor was bouncing around (as a vague illustration)

The carrier bearing......sorta.....could be a PITA too....takes a press most of the time. I do know that my 98 "is special" and had to go to the dealer... but I think you ll find it at napa etc.....then pull the driveshaft and take it to a driveline place(20$ or so).....or just take it to the driveline place but they might get ya for some extra $$$.

maybe a broken front axle shaft flopping and bind up up front, mine makes that sound.....